Birthday Cake Cookies with Cake Mix Recipe
Introduction
These Birthday Cake Cookies with Cake Mix are soft, colorful, and bursting with festive flavor. Perfect for celebrations or whenever you crave a sweet treat, they combine the ease of cake mix with a creamy cream cheese frosting and fun sprinkles.
Ingredients
- 1 vanilla cake mix
- ¼ cup cooking oil
- 3 eggs
- ¼ cup sprinkles
- 3½-4 cups powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 tbsp sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set them aside while you prepare the dough.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, cooking oil, eggs, and ¼ cup of sprinkles. Mix until all the ingredients are well blended and form a dough.
- Step 3: Using a 1½-inch cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Step 4: Bake the cookies for 9-10 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown.
- Step 5: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them sit on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 6: For the cream cheese frosting, whip together the softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Step 7: Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Step 8: Using a piping bag fitted with a round tip, pipe the frosting onto each cooled cookie, starting at the edges and swirling inward to the center.
- Step 9: Sprinkle the remaining 4 tablespoons of sprinkles on top of the frosted cookies for a fun, festive finish.
- Step 10: Enjoy your colorful birthday cake cookies with family and friends!
Tips & Variations
- For extra color, try mixing in different types of sprinkles or edible glitter within the dough and on top.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute the cream cheese and butter with vegan alternatives.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if you want thicker cookies.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow them to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. You can also freeze the frosted cookies in a single layer; thaw them in the fridge overnight before eating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use any flavor of cake mix?
Yes, you can experiment with other cake mix flavors like chocolate or funfetti to create different cookie variations.
Do I have to use a piping bag for the frosting?
Using a piping bag gives a neat finish, but you can also spread the frosting with a knife or spoon if you prefer a more rustic look.
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Birthday Cake Cookies with Cake Mix Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 18 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Birthday Cake Cookies with Cake Mix are a delightful twist on classic cookies, combining the sweetness of vanilla cake mix with colorful sprinkles and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a fun treat, these soft, moist cookies bake to a light golden edge and finish with a creamy, sweet frosting topped with vibrant sprinkles.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 Vanilla Cake Mix (about 15.25 oz)
- ¼ cup cooking oil
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup sprinkles
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3½–4 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tbsp sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside to prepare for baking.
- Mix Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, cooking oil, eggs, and ¼ cup of sprinkles. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended and form a dough consistency.
- Scoop Dough: Using a 1½-inch cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave approximately 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 9-10 minutes or until the edges just start to turn a light golden brown.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: In a separate bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar (between 3½ and 4 cups) to the cream cheese mixture, mixing continuously until the frosting is light, fluffy, and creamy.
- Pipe Frosting: Fill a piping bag fitted with a round tip with the cream cheese frosting. Starting at the edges of each cooled cookie, pipe a swirl of frosting inward to the center.
- Decorate: Sprinkle the remaining 4 tablespoons of sprinkles over the frosted cookies to add color and festive flair.
- Serve: Enjoy these delicious birthday cake cookies as a festive treat perfect for any special occasion.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese and butter are softened at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother frosting.
- Do not overbake the cookies; removing them when the edges are lightly golden ensures softness.
- For different flavors, try substituting the vanilla cake mix with other cake mix flavors like chocolate or funfetti.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to keep the frosting fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Birthday Cake Cookies, Cake Mix Cookies, Cream Cheese Frosting Cookies, Sprinkles Cookies, Celebration Cookies
