Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies are a shortcut to cookie bliss. With only a few pantry staples and a box of cake mix, you get soft, chewy, chocolate-studded cookies in minutes. Perfect for busy days, bake sales, or whenever you need a fast, tasty treat.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings 24 cookies

Ingredients

1 box 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, oil, eggs, and vanilla (if using) until a dough forms.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Swap in different flavors of cake mix for variety—try chocolate, strawberry, or spice.
Add nuts, candies, or flavored chips for fun twists.
These cookies freeze well. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.