Snickerdoodle Cake Mix Cookies
Soft, chewy, and coated in cinnamon-sugar goodness, these snickerdoodle cake mix cookies come together quickly with eggs, oil (or butter), and a box of cake mix. Cozy, nostalgic, and fuss-free!
24
cookies
Ingredients
For Rolling
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter melted and cooled if using butter
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- 1 box yellow, white, or butter cake mix about 15.25 oz (432g)
- 1 tsp cream of tartar optional
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Cookie Scoop or Tablespoon
- Cooling rack
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon for rolling. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together oil (or melted butter), eggs, and vanilla (if using) until smooth and frothy.
- Add cake mix and cream of tartar (if using). Stir gently until just combined into a soft dough. Do not overmix.
- Cover and refrigerate the dough for 35–45 minutes. Chilling is optional but helps with shaping and texture.
- Scoop and roll dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- Arrange balls on prepared pans, leaving 2 inches apart. For thinner cookies, gently flatten with the bottom of a glass. For puffier cookies, leave as is.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft. Do not overbake.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Storage: Let cookies cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies or frozen, unbaked dough balls for 2–3 months. Bake dough balls straight from the freezer with 1–2 extra minutes bake time.
Substitutions: Swap cake mix flavors, use oil or butter, or experiment with spices like nutmeg or cardamom for a twist. Cream of tartar adds tang and chew, but the recipe works without it.
Serving suggestions: Pair with coffee, make ice cream sandwiches, add to dessert boards, or enjoy straight from the oven for ultimate coziness.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 10mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.4mg