Description
Looking for a quick, cozy dessert that delivers warm cinnamon flavor and soft-baked perfection? These *Easy Cake Mix Snickerdoodle Cookies* are the shortcut you didn’t know you needed. Made with just five ingredients—yes, five!—this recipe transforms a basic yellow cake mix into deliciously chewy cookies with a classic cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for last-minute guests, easy dessert ideas, or fun baking with kids. If you’re craving a fast and foolproof sweet treat, this easy recipe hits the spot. Ideal for quick baking, food ideas for holidays, or simple dessert prep, these cookies are your new favorite baking hack!
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. In a large bowl, mix the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and eggs until a thick dough forms.
3. In a small bowl, stir together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
4. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls.
5. Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
6. Place on baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 9–11 minutes until the edges are set and tops are lightly golden.
8. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For the best texture, slightly underbake and let the cookies finish setting on the pan.
Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft longer.
Try using pumpkin spice instead of cinnamon for a seasonal twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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