Imagine biting into a cookie that looks like a celebration in your mouth! These Confetti Cookies are not just a treat, they're an experience that transforms an ordinary dessert into a burst of joy and color. Made with a simple cake mix and loaded with vibrant sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for birthdays, parties, or when you just want to add a little excitement to your day. Who said baking can't be fun and easy?
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box of cake mix (any flavor)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sprinkles
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with an electric mixer or whisk until the ingredients are completely blended and no dry cake mix remains.
- Gently fold in the sprinkles, being careful not to overmix to prevent the colors from bleeding too much into the dough. The sprinkles will create a colorful confetti effect in the cookies.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Space the cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Optional: For extra festive look, sprinkle additional sprinkles on top of each cookie dough ball before baking.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. This allows them to firm up slightly and makes them easier to transfer.
- Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. The sprinkles will maintain their colorful appearance throughout storage.
Tips
- Choose a light-colored cake mix to really showcase the sprinkle colors
- Use gel food coloring sprinkles for more vibrant and less bleeding colors
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, chewier cookies
- Don't overmix the sprinkles - fold gently to keep their color intact
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking
- Let cookies cool completely to maintain their soft, chewy texture
- Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep them moist
- Experiment with different cake mix flavors for unique cookie variations
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 126kcal
Carbohydrates: 13g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg
