Easy Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
These Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, offering all the classic red velvet flavor in an incredibly easy-to-make package. With a clever ‘healthy-ish’ twist focusing on portion control and simple ingredients, these soft, crinkly cookies are perfect for busy home cooks and family gatherings. Sophie, our resident baking expert, has tested this recipe over nine times to ensure perfect results every single time.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Total Time: 42
- Yield: About 2 dozen (24 cookies)
- Category: Cookies, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 15.25 oz. box red velvet cake mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and baking powder.
2. Using an electric hand mixer, beat the ingredients together until they are fully combined and the dough is smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. This helps firm up the dough, making it easier to handle and preventing excessive spreading during baking.
4. While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper for easy release and consistent baking.
5. Take about 3 tablespoons of dough (roughly the size of a golf ball) and roll it gently into a smooth ball between your palms.
6. Roll each dough ball generously in the powdered sugar, ensuring it’s fully coated. Gently knock off any excess sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
7. Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls about 2-3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow for proper spreading.
8. Repeat steps 5-7 with the remaining dough until all the cookies are portioned and ready for baking.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are slightly browned and the centers are set but still soft. Avoid overbaking to maintain their chewy texture.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up before transferring. Then, carefully remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once completely cooled, store your Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their freshness.
Notes
For best results, do not skip the chilling step! It’s crucial for dough consistency and preventing flat cookies.
Measure your powdered sugar for coating into a shallow bowl for easy rolling.
Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation into the dough.
Don’t overbake! These cookies are best when slightly soft in the center for a chewy texture.