These red velvet cake mix cookies are the easiest way to get bakery-style, soft and chewy cookies with that classic cocoa-vanilla flavor and a pop of white chocolate. Just 4 ingredients, one bowl and 10 minutes in the oven- ideal for Valentine’s Day or last-minute dessert cravings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Soft and chewy cookies that are festive in color and delicious in taste- what’s not to love about these cake mix red velvet cookies?
- Festive color – Whether for Christmas or Valentine’s Day, these cookies are perfect for cookie boxes & bake sales.
- Only 4 ingredients and one bowl – Get cookies that taste like they’re from the bakery with only four simple ingredients.
- Soft, chewy centers with crisp edges – Talk about the perfect cookie texture!
Recipe Essentials
Cake mix cookies only require a few simple ingredients. A full list of ingredients with measurements for this recipe is available in the printable recipe card below.
- Red velvet cake mix – Using a boxed cake mix eliminates the need for a lot of other ingredients. I personally like Duncan Hines, but any brand will do.
- Large eggs
- Vegetable oil
- White chocolate chips
How to Make Cake Mix Red Velvet Cookies (Step-by-Step)
Making these soft and chewy cookies is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
- Combine ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs and oil until just mixed and slightly lumpy.
- Add chocolate chips. Stir in the white chocolate chips until just combined.
- Scoop cookies. Portion dough with a mini scoop or tablespoon, 2 inches apart on an ungreased sheet.
- Bake. Bake in a preheated oven until the edges are set and lightly browned.
- Cool. Allow to rest on the sheet pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Test Kitchen Tips
I’ve tested these cake mix red velvet cookies to bring you the best tips and tricks.
- For extra thickness, chill the dough 20-30 minutes before baking.
- Use parchment for easiest release and even browning- plus easy clean up!
- Don’t overbake– pull from the oven when the edges set; centers will firm while cooling.
Variations
There are plenty of ways for you to make these cake mix red velvet cookies your own.
- Sprinkle finish: add Valentine sprinkles right after baking while tacky.
- Crinkle look: roll scoops in powdered sugar before baking.
- Mix-ins: swap some chips for chopped pecans or semi-sweet chips.
- Sandwich cookies: fill cooled cookies with cream cheese frosting.
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Cake Mix Red Velvet Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl combine the 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix, 2 large eggs and ½ cup vegetable oil until mixed.
- Fold in the 1 cup white chocolate chips.
- Using a mini ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, portion out the cookie dough 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies for 9-10 minutes or until the edges are slightly brown. The centers might look glossy and slightly undercooked, this is normal.
- Remove the the cookies from the oven and cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to fully cool.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comment or star ratings.
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