Description
Delight in these Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies that combine the fun flavors of cake mix with classic chocolate chip cookies. Soft, chewy, and bursting with colorful sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for any celebration or just a sweet treat to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup yellow or vanilla cake mix (dry)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, dry yellow or vanilla cake mix, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing which could make the cookies tough.
- Fold in Mix-ins: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and colorful rainbow sprinkles to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
- Scoop Dough: Using a tablespoon, scoop dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers appear slightly underbaked, which helps keep the cookies soft and chewy.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set properly without breaking.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the dough to maintain a soft texture.
- Using room temperature butter aids in proper creaming and cookie texture.
- Rainbow sprinkles add a fun color burst but can be substituted or omitted if desired.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For an extra treat, serve with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
