Indulge in the delightful world of Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies – soft, chewy, and bursting with colorful sprinkles, these cookies are an instant crowd-pleaser! Combining the nostalgic taste of cake batter with the chewiness of classic chocolate chip cookies, this recipe promises to bring a touch of celebration to any occasion. Get ready to fall in love with these festive treats, perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth!
Why You’ll Love These Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies :
- Celebrate Anytime: These cookies bring a party to your taste buds! The sweet cake batter flavor and vibrant sprinkles add a festive touch to birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.
- Soft and Chewy Texture: Enjoy the perfect balance of softness and chewiness that will make every bite melt in your mouth.
- Kid-Friendly Delight: Little ones will adore the colorful sprinkles and the joy of baking these cookies together.
- Quick and Easy: With a few simple ingredients and easy steps, these cookies are a breeze to whip up whenever the craving strikes.
- Freezer friendly!
Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients
- All-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
- Yellow or vanilla boxed cake mix (just the DRY mix)*
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- Milk
- Egg, at room temperature
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips (you can use a mix of white and semi-sweet chocolate chips for added flavor and texture)
- Rainbow sprinkles
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, flour, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Slowly add the milk to the dough while mixing. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky but not too wet.
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- If desired, gently press down on each cookie with the back of a spoon to slightly flatten them.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Be careful not to overbake them to maintain a soft and chewy texture.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delightful Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies with a glass of milk or share them with family and friends for a delicious treat that combines the flavors of vanilla cake and classic chocolate chip cookies.
Add-Ins:
While these Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies are already a delight on their own, you can unleash your creativity and customize them with various add-ins:
- Nuts: For extra crunch and nutty goodness, add chopped nuts like pecans or almonds to the cookie dough.
- Dried Fruits: Enhance the flavor and texture with the addition of dried fruits, such as cranberries, raisins, or diced apricots.
- Sprinkle Medley: Go all out with a mix of different sprinkles or add seasonal themed sprinkles to match the occasion.
- M&M’s: Swap out the chocolate chips for colorful M&M’s to bring a burst of vibrant hues to your cookies.
Tips
- If you prefer a thicker cookie, you can chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
- For a more vibrant confetti look, you can add extra sprinkles to the dough before baking.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
- Feel free to get creative and use different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate or peanut butter chips, for unique flavor combinations.
So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of Cake Batter Confetti Cookies that will leave you with smiles and moments of pure delight.
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Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Servings: 16 cookies
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 large gg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Slowly add the milk to the dough while mixing. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky but not too wet.
- Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- If desired, gently press down on each cookie with the back of a spoon to slightly flatten them.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Be careful not to overbake them to maintain a soft and chewy texture.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
