Description
Crinkle‑top, soft‑inside, and wonderfully easy — these Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies transform a simple boxed cake mix into a sweet, chewy treat. Perfect for cookie trays, holiday baking, or anytime you want a quick, impressive cookie, they require just a few ingredients and minimal prep time. Choose your favourite cake flavour, roll in powdered sugar, and bake for a batch of cookies that look homemade but are almost effortless.
Ingredients
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1 box (≈15 oz) cake mix (flavour of your choice: chocolate, vanilla, lemon)
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⅓ cup (≈ 80 ml) vegetable oil (or other neutral oil)
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2 large eggs (room temperature)
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½ – 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling before baking)
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Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, chopped nuts, coloured candy pieces
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep
Pre‑heat oven to 350 °F (≈ 175 °C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. -
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, and eggs until a thick dough forms. Chill ~10 minutes if dough feels too loose. -
Shape & Roll
Scoop dough portions (~1 Tbsp each) and roll into balls. Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar so they are well coated. -
Bake
Place dough balls about 2 inches (5 cm) apart on prepared sheets. Bake ~10–12 minutes, until edges are set but tops still have the crackled appearance. Remove from oven; let cookies sit on the sheet ~2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. -
Serve & Store
Enjoy once cooled. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days.
Notes
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The full cake mix gives reliable texture and flavour.
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Powdered sugar coating is essential for the classic crinkle look.
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Briefly chill sticky dough for easier handling and to prevent excess spread.
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Don’t overcrowd baking sheets — cookies need space to crack and bake evenly.
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Flavour varies depending on cake mix: chocolate is rich, vanilla is classic, lemon adds brightness.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g