When you need cookies fast but don't have time for a bunch of ingredients, these Spice Cake Mix Cookies are your answer. All you need is a box of spice cake mix, oil, and eggs. That's it. Cookie recipes don't get much easier than this!
I've made these cookies at least a dozen times and they always turn out soft, chewy, and full of warm spice flavor. The best part? From start to finish, you're looking at about 20 minutes total!
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Why You'll Love These Spice Cake Mix Cookies
- Super quick to make: When I say these cookies are fast, I mean it. Mix, scoop, bake, and you're done. No creaming butter, chilling dough, or complicated steps.
- Only 3 ingredients: I love recipes that don't require a special trip to the store or digging through my spice cabinet.
- Perfect texture every time: These cookies come out soft and slightly chewy with crispy edges.
- Great for kids to help with: My teens can make these by themselves, and younger children will love to help!
- Warm spice flavor: The cake mix provides the perfect blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and other warm spices.
- Perfect with frosting: Topping these with store-bought or homemade frosting makes them an extra special indulgence.
Cake Mix Cookie Recipes
Busy moms love cake mix cookie recipes because they're fast, fuss-free, and practically foolproof. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you can whip up a batch of soft, chewy cookies in under 30 minutes. Here are some of our faves:
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cake Mix Cookies
- Pumpkin Cookies with Spice Cake Mix
- Super Soft Cake Mix Snickerdoodle Cookies
- Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies in the Air Fryer
Ingredients For Easy Spice Cookies
- Spice cake mix: I usually use Duncan Hines or Betty Crocker, but any brand works great.
- Vegetable oil: Keeps the cookies moist and tender. You can substitute with melted butter if you want, but I like how oil makes them extra soft.
- Eggs: Bind everything together and help the cookies rise. Make sure they're at room temperature so they mix in easier.
Kitchen Tools For Simple Spice Cookies
To make these easy spice cake mix cookies, you really don't need much equipment at all. I've got a few tools that make the process even smoother, and I've linked my favorites below.
The large mixing bowl gives you plenty of room to combine everything without making a mess. A good cookie scoop helps you get evenly sized cookies that bake at the same rate. And parchment paper is a must for easy cleanup.
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How To Make 3-Ingredient Spice Cookies
1. Get your oven ready: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. I always use parchment because it makes cleanup so much easier, and the cookies never stick.
2. Mix everything together: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, and eggs. I just dump it all in at once and stir with a wooden spoon until it comes together. The dough will be a little sticky, which is exactly what you want.
3. Scoop the dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Leave about 2 inches between each cookie because they spread a little as they bake.
4. Bake until golden: Pop them in the oven for 10-12 minutes. You're looking for the edges to turn light golden brown. The centers might look slightly underdone, but they'll finish cooking on the hot pan.
5. Cool before moving: Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for about 3-4 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. They're pretty soft when they first come out, so this little rest helps them hold together better.
Tips For Spice Cake Mix Cookies
Tip 1: Don't overmix the dough. Once everything is combined, stop stirring since overmixing can make the cookies tough.
Tip 2: Use a cookie scoop for even sizes so the cookies can all bake at the same rate.
Tip 3: Let them cool on the pan first. They're really soft when hot, and moving them too soon can cause them to break apart.
FAQs For Simple Spice Cookies
Sure! I've tried these with yellow cake mix, chocolate cake mix, and even funfetti. The method stays the same, just the flavor changes. Spice cake mix is my favorite because of those warm flavors.
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Just let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
Yes! I sometimes fold in about ½ cup of chocolate chips or chopped nuts after mixing the basic dough. They are yummy additions!
Garlic Parmesan Recipes
Spice cake mix is great to hand on hand because it can be used to make a variety of delicious treats beyond cookies. Try baking an Apple Orange Spice Cake Recipe for a fruity twist with warm flavors, or enjoy the cozy fall vibes of Pumpkin Muffins with Crumb Topping.
Easy Pear Cake from a Cake Mix is a light and fruity dessert that won't disappoint. And of course, for all the pumpkin lovers out there, Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cake Mix are an easy way make spiced cupcakes that taste bakery-fresh.
These spice cake mix cookies have become my secret weapon for last-minute treats on busy days when I need something homemade fast. I love that I can have warm cookies ready in under 30 minutes! Give this recipe a try the next time you need cookies in a hurry!
📖 Recipe
Spice Cake Mix Cookies
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Ingredients
- 13.25 oz spice cake mix
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In large bowl, combine cake mix, oil, and eggs until well mixed.
- Using cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are light golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheet 3-4 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
- Don't overmix the dough. Once everything's combined, just stop stirring. Mixing too much can make the cookies a little tough, and we're going for soft and chewy here.
- Use a cookie scoop if you have one! It helps make the cookies the same size so they bake evenly.
- And give them a few minutes to cool on the pan before moving them. They're super soft right out of the oven and can fall apart if you try to move them too soon.
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