Valentine’s Day Cake Mix Cookies

If you’re looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert this Valentine’s Day, these Valentine’s Day Cake Mix Cookies are a game-changer. Made with just four ingredients and ready in under 20 minutes, these soft, cake-like cookies are perfect for classroom parties, work events, or a sweet surprise for your loved ones. Let’s dive into why these cookies are an absolute must for your Valentine’s celebrations!

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

• Quick and Easy: Only 5 minutes of prep and under 10 minutes to bake.
• Minimal Ingredients: All you need is a box of strawberry cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and festive sprinkles.
• Customizable: Switch up the cake mix flavors or add your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
• Kid-Friendly: Fun to make and even more fun to eat—kids will love helping with the sprinkles!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s the simple lineup to make these cookies:

• Strawberry Cake Mix: This gives the cookies their lovely pink hue and sweet strawberry flavor. You can substitute with vanilla or chocolate cake mix if preferred.
• Eggs: Helps bind the ingredients together.
• Vegetable Oil: Keeps the cookies moist and tender.
• Sprinkles: Choose Valentine’s Day-themed sprinkles for a festive touch.

Pro Tip: For a vanilla flavor with pink color, use vanilla cake mix and add a few drops of red food coloring.

How to Make Valentine’s Day Cake Mix Cookies

These cookies couldn’t be simpler! Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light greasing.
2. Mix the Dough:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil.
   • Stir until the dough forms. It will be thick and sticky, resembling a dense cake batter.
   • Fold in some sprinkles if desired.
3. Shape the Cookies:
   • Scoop out golf-ball-sized portions of dough (about 2 tablespoons each) using a mini ice cream scoop or spoon.
   • Roll into balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
4. Decorate: Add extra sprinkles to the tops of each cookie for a festive finish.
5. Bake: Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges just start to brown. Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft, cake-like texture.
6. Cool and Serve: Let cookies cool for 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Pro Tip: If you want to make larger or smaller cookies, adjust the baking time accordingly—smaller cookies need 7-8 minutes, while larger ones may need 12-13 minutes.

Tips for Perfect Cake Mix Cookies

• Don’t Overmix: Stir the dough until just combined to keep the cookies soft and tender.
• Chill the Dough: If your dough feels too sticky to handle, refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes.
• Use a Cookie Scoop: This ensures uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
• Experiment with Add-Ins: Try adding white chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.

Fun Variations to Try

Chocolate Lovers’ Delight

Swap the strawberry cake mix for chocolate cake mix.
Dip the baked cookies in melted chocolate for a “chocolate-covered strawberry” effect.

Funfetti Festivities

Use funfetti cake mix for colorful, sprinkle-filled cookies that work for any celebration.

Red Velvet Romance

Make red velvet cake mix cookies and add cream cheese frosting for a decadent treat.

How to Store Your Cookies

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze in a zip-top bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Make-Ahead Tip: You can also refrigerate the dough for up to 24 hours. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before baking.

Adding a Chocolate Twist

Take these cookies up a notch by dipping half of each cookie into melted white or milk chocolate. Before the chocolate hardens, sprinkle with additional Valentine’s Day sprinkles. This simple step transforms these cookies into an elegant, chocolate-dipped dessert reminiscent of a chocolate-covered strawberry—perfect for gifting.

FAQs About Cake Mix Cookies

Can I use a different cake mix flavor?
Absolutely! Vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, or even lemon cake mix will work beautifully.

Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, simply substitute with a gluten-free cake mix and check your sprinkles to ensure they’re gluten-free too.

How do I know when the cookies are done?
The edges should be lightly browned, and the centers will still look slightly soft. They’ll firm up as they cool.

Can I add extra ingredients?
Yes! Chocolate chips, white chocolate chunks, or dried cranberries are excellent mix-ins.

More Valentine’s Day Treats You’ll Love

Looking for more festive ideas? Try these delicious recipes:

• Strawberry Kiss Cookies
• Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Valentine’s Heart Petit Fours
• Sweetheart Brownies
• Red Velvet Truffles
• Heart-Shaped Pizza

Let’s Make This Valentine’s Day Sweet

Whether you’re whipping these up for your family, friends, or a special someone, these Valentine’s Day Cake Mix Cookies are sure to impress. Don’t forget to snap a picture and share it on Instagram—tag me so I can see your beautiful creations!

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