Description
These Snickerdoodle Cake Mix Cookies are a quick and easy twist on the classic snickerdoodle cookie, using a boxed yellow cake mix for simplicity and convenience. They have a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating and a soft, tender texture, perfect for a comforting treat or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 1 package boxed yellow cake mix
- 2 eggs
- â…“ cup vegetable or canola oil
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (divided)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable or canola oil, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Then, cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill the dough, which helps in handling and shaping.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Tray: After chilling, remove the dough from the refrigerator. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup, then set it aside.
- Make Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together 2 teaspoons of cinnamon with the ¼ cup of sugar until evenly combined. This mixture will be used to coat the dough balls for that signature snickerdoodle flavor.
- Shape and Coat Dough: Scoop the dough and roll it into 1-inch balls. Drop each ball into the cinnamon-sugar mixture and roll it around until fully coated. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading. Optionally, you can lightly press the tops with the bottom of a glass for flatter cookies or leave them rounded for a softer look.
- Bake: Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are golden around the edges. Be careful not to overbake to maintain their soft texture.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet. They can be enjoyed warm for the best flavor and softness.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential to make it easier to handle and to prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- For a more pronounced cinnamon flavor, you can add a bit more cinnamon to the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Ensure not to overbake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy rather than crispy.
- If you prefer, substitute vegetable oil with canola oil for a neutral flavor.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- To keep them soft longer, you can add a slice of bread in the container as it helps retain moisture.
