Yellow Cake Mix Cookies with Sprinkles
These delightful yellow cake mix cookies combine the convenience of a cake mix with a chewy texture and colorful sprinkles, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles Use fresh sprinkles for better color retention.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- a pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and yellow cake mix. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Toss in the baking powder and a pinch of salt, mixing until everything blends nicely.
- Fold in the rainbow sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a party, stack cookies on a platter or package in cellophane bags with ribbons. Cookies can be served with ice cream or drizzled with chocolate or caramel sauce. Store in airtight container to maintain freshness.