Cake Batter Rainbow Cookies Recipe
Cake Batter Rainbow Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with party energy. Made with vanilla cake mix, almond extract, and rainbow sprinkles, these cookies bring celebration to any day. Quick to bake and easy to love, they’re a guaranteed hit with everyone who takes a bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
- 1 box vanilla cake mix 15.25 oz
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, oil, eggs, and almond extract until combined.
Fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
Scoop dough into 1-tablespoon sized balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Don’t overbake—these cookies should stay soft.
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Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
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For festive occasions, swap in seasonal sprinkles.
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Let dough rest for a few minutes if it's sticky before rolling into balls.