These cake mix chocolate chip cookies are so easy to make with a boxed cake mix. All you need are 4 simple ingredients and a few minutes prep!

Cake mix chocolate chip cookies on white plate.

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Chocolate Chip Cookies from a Cake Mix

When your craving something sweet, cake mix cookies are the quickest way to satisfy! These cake mix chocolate chip cookies are an easy version of classic homemade chocolate chip cookies with the bonus of also tasting a bit like cake!

Made with just 4 ingredients, chocolate chip cake mix cookies are soft, chewy and made in one bowl. Other boxed cake mix recipes we love making include spice cake mix cookies, red velvet cake mix cookies and rolo cookies, too!

Ingredients Needed

Yellow cake mix chocolate chip cookies are ready in just 20 minutes!

Cake mix cookie ingredients on countertop including yellow cake mix, chocolate chips, eggs and oil.
  • Box of yellow cake mix: Any brand of cake mix you prefer. Betty Crocker, Duncan Hines, it doesn’t matter. Ignore the amount of each ingredient on the box. Follow the recipe as I have it listed. Otherwise, you really will be making a cake!
  • Vegetable oil: The fat needed to add moisture and richness to the batter.
  • Large eggs: Used to bind the ingredients together.
  • Chocolate chip cookies: I use semi-sweet as sometimes I find milk chocolate chips a little too sweet, but you use whatever you like.

How to Make Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies

In a large mixing bowl, dump in the mix, along with the oil, and eggs. No need for an electric mixer, but you can go right ahead and use one on medium speed if you’d like. 

Cake mix, egg and oil in a bowl.

Fold in the chocolate chips to the wet ingredients. The cookie dough may be sticky and that’s fine!

Cake mix cookie dough batter with chocolate chips

Scoop out the cookie dough using a medium scoop, and place the cookie dough balls onto a parchment-lined nonstick pans. I like to place a few extra chocolate chips on top just before putting them into the oven.

Scooping chocolate chip cookies from cake mix onto a parchment lined baking pan.

Bake cookies for 9-11 minutes until the cookies are set. You’re not waiting for them to brown. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cake mix chocolate chip cookie on parchment paper.

Recipe Tips

  • Add whatever add-ins you like! Butterscotch chips, white chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, sprinkles, M&M’s or nuts like walnuts, or pecans.
  • Cake mix flavor: Use chocolate cake mix, funfetti cake mix or white cake mix.
  • Garnish. Sprinkle a bit of flaky sea salt on top for a delicious finish! I always like to add a few chocolate chips on top right after I remove them from the oven.
  • Serve. I love to serve these at birthdays or on family night with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Bite taken from chocolate chip cake mix cookie to show gooey soft texture.

Love chocolate chip cookies? Make cake mix cookie bars, oatmeal chocolate chip cookies or triple chocolate chip cookies too!

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Cake mix chocolate chip cookies on white plate.

Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookies

5 from 25 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 16
These cake mix chocolate chip cookies are so easy to make with a boxed cake mix. All you need are 4 simple ingredients and a few minutes prep!
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Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Prep. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine ingredients. In a large bowl, stir yellow boxed cake mix, 1/2 cup oil, and 2 large eggs until combined. Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips (it is okay if the dough is sticky).
  • Scoop and bake. Using a medium scoop, scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheet. Add extra chocolate chips on top, if desired. Bake 9 to 11 minutes, or until the cookies are set. You don’t want them to brown.
  • Cool. Let cool several minutes on the baking sheet and then transfer to a cooling rack.

Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.

Notes

Storage: Store in a covered container up to 3 days. Freeze in a covered container up to 3 months.
Variations: Feel free to add in your favorite mix-ins or dip cookies in chocolate. 
  • Red velvet cake mix cookies: If you’re a fan of red velvet cake, you’re going to love this version! Use a red velvet cake mix and mix in 1 cup of white chocolate chips.
  • M&M: You can use white or yellow cake mix for this variation. Mix in 1 cup M&M’s.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 24mg, Sodium: 10mg, Potassium: 72mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 39IU, Calcium: 11mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

FAQs

What if my cake mix is smaller?

Some brands have reduced their cake mix size. If your box is smaller than 15.25 ounces, add 2-3 extra tablespoons of cake mix (if you have another box open) or add a small scoop of all-purpose flour. This helps the dough come together properly and keeps the cookies from spreading too much.

How do I store cake mix chocolate chip cookies?

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Add a piece of bread or a marshmallow to keep them soft.

Can I freeze them?

Yes. Freeze baked cookies in a single layer until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature. You can also freeze the cookie dough balls and bake straight from frozen, adding 1 to 2 extra minutes of bake time.