Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are a simple yet delicious cookie recipe. With fun colorful sprinkles in the batter and M&M candy, kids will love these cookies!
These Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are one of my all-time favorite cookie recipes ever. I just love the spring and Easter feel, but the cookies are so moist and cake-like thanks to the boxed cake mix.
This amazing cookie recipe includes video instructions too!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made with just 5 ingredients
- Soft and chewy texture
- Fun and colorful, perfect for Easter or spring celebrations
- Quick and easy to make just 30 minutes from start to finish
Ingredients Required
You’ll need just a few simple ingredients to make these Easter Funfetti Cookies:
- 1 box Funfetti Cake Mix (such as Betty Crocker)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 3-4 tbsp sprinkles
- 1 – 1/3 cup M&Ms
How to Make Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, add cake mix (dry), oil, and eggs. Stir until combined.
- Add the sprinkles to the cake batter and gently mix.
- Add M&M’s and gently mix again.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- If desired, press a few extra M&M’s on top before baking.
- Bake for 6-7 minutes until the edges start to brown slightly. Do not overbake!
- Let them cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
How to Store Funfetti Cake Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Serving Suggestions
These Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are perfect for any occasion! Here are some fun ways to enjoy them:
- With a Glass of Milk: The classic way to enjoy cookies, especially for kids.
- As an Ice Cream Sandwich: Place a scoop of vanilla or strawberry ice cream between two cookies for a delicious treat.
- With a Drizzle of Chocolate: Melt white or dark chocolate and drizzle over the cookies for extra indulgence.
- On a Dessert Platter: Serve alongside brownies, cupcakes, and fruit for a colorful party tray.
- Gift-Wrapped: Package them in a cute box with a ribbon for a homemade gift idea.
Can I Use a Different Type of Cake Mix for This Recipe?
Yes, you can swap the confetti cake mix for other flavors like vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry, but you’ll miss out on the colorful sprinkles. If using plain white cake mix, add extra sprinkles to keep the funfetti effect.
FAQs
Yes! You can substitute melted butter for oil, but it will result in a richer flavor and slightly different texture. Butter tends to make the cookies a bit denser, whereas oil keeps them soft and chewy.
Use pastel-colored M&Ms
Add Easter-themed sprinkles (bunnies, eggs, or flowers!)
Decorate the cookies with icing or drizzle white chocolate over them
Absolutely! To freeze the dough:
Shape the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
Freeze for 30 minutes, then transfer to a freezer bag.
When ready to bake, add an extra 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
The key to soft and chewy Funfetti Cake Cookies is not overbaking them.
Bake for only 6-7 minutes
Remove when edges start to brown
Let them finish baking on the hot tray after removing them from the oven
Yes! To make dairy-free Funfetti Cake Cookies:
Replace eggs with a flax egg (1 tbsp flax meal + 3 tbsp water)
Use dairy-free cake mix
Check that your M&Ms are dairy-free, or use dairy-free chocolate chips
Variations on This Recipe
- Swap rainbow sprinkles for a custom color theme
- Use white chocolate chips instead of M&Ms
- Try a different cake mix flavor for unique cookies
More Easter Dessert Recipes
Looking for more spring or Easter-themed treats? Try these:
These Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are festive, delicious, and ridiculously easy to make! Perfect for Easter, birthdays, or any celebration, they’ll quickly become a family favorite. Try them out and let me know how they turned out!
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Funfetti Cake Cookies for Easter
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 30 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are a simple yet delicious cookie recipe. With fun colorful sprinkles in the batter and M&M candy, kids will love these cookies! These cookies are moist and cake-like thanks to the boxed cake mix.
Ingredients
- 1 box Funfetti Cake Mix (such as Betty Crocker)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 3–4 tbsp sprinkles
- 1 – 1/3 cup M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Stir in sprinkles and M&Ms.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Press additional M&Ms on top if desired.
- Bake for 6-7 minutes until edges start to brown slightly.
- Let cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To freeze, shape dough into balls, freeze for 30 minutes, then store in a freezer bag. Bake frozen cookies with an extra 1-2 minutes of baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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