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Lazy Cake Cookies

When you're craving homemade cookies but don't want the fuss of measuring out multiple ingredients, these Lazy Cake Cookies become your new best friend. With just four ingredients and a quick mix-and-bake process, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in a flash.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 box yellow or white cake mix (15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (170 g) or mix-ins of choice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir well until the mixture is thick and free of dry pockets.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips or your preferred mix-ins until evenly distributed.
  4. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie so they don't merge during baking.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set while the centers remain slightly soft. Remember that the cookies will firm up as they cool.
  6. Let the cookies rest on the hot baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Notes

These Lazy Cake Cookies are a wonderfully forgiving treat when you need a quick dessert fix. The boxed cake mix simplifies the process while still delivering a soft, chewy cookie that can be easily customized with different mix-ins like butterscotch chips, nuts, or dried fruits. You can swap vegetable oil for melted butter to add extra richness or sprinkle a little sea salt before baking to elevate the flavor. They’re best enjoyed with a cold glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or even transformed into a fun ice cream sandwich.