Easy Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies Recipe Perfect for School Parties
These Easy Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are soft, sweet, and colorful treats perfect for school parties and quick celebrations. Made with simple ingredients and a funfetti cake mix, they deliver a moist, tender crumb with playful sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box funfetti cake mix (approx. 15.25 oz / 432 g)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113 g)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles (40 g), plus extra for topping
- Optional: pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and funfetti cake mix using a handheld or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until just blended. The dough will be slightly sticky.
- Fold in ¼ cup of rainbow sprinkles gently with a spatula.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough about 1.5 inches in diameter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each.
- Top each cookie with a few extra sprinkles for a festive look (optional).
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack or plate to cool completely.
Notes
If dough is too soft or sticky, chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before scooping. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft and tender. Adding a pinch of baking powder (¼ teaspoon) can help prevent excessive spreading. Use softened butter for best texture. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Protein: 1
Keywords: funfetti cookies, cake mix cookies, school party cookies, easy cookies, colorful cookies, quick dessert