Best Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

Introduction

Best Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies are soft, chewy, and irresistibly vibrant—made with just a handful of ingredients and zero fuss. Using red velvet cake mix as the base delivers classic cocoa flavor, rich color, and a tender texture every time. Finished plain or studded with white chocolate chips or a cream cheese swirl, these cookies are perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you need a fast, crowd-pleasing treat.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Only 4–5 ingredients
• Ready in under 30 minutes
• Soft, chewy bakery-style texture
• Foolproof and beginner-friendly
• Easy to customize

Ingredients (makes about 20 cookies)

• 1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
• 2 large eggs
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• Optional mix-ins: ¾ cup white chocolate chips, chocolate chips, or cream cheese chunks

Essential Tools and Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Step-by-step process (detailed)

1. Preheat and prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

2. Mix the dough

In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla (if using). Stir until a thick, glossy dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky—this is normal.

3. Add mix-ins

Fold in white chocolate chips or other add-ins gently until evenly distributed. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.

4. Portion the cookies

Scoop dough into 1½-tablespoon balls and place them on the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. For cleaner shaping, lightly oil your hands or use a cookie scoop.

5. Bake until just set

Bake for 9–11 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft. Do not overbake—cookies firm up as they cool.

6. Cool briefly

Let cookies cool on the baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. This sets the texture and prevents breaking.

7. Serve

Serve as-is or dust lightly with powdered sugar for a crinkle-style finish.

Mistakes to avoid

• Overbaking — dry, crumbly cookies
• Adding extra flour — dense texture
• Overmixing — tough cookies
• Baking too close together — spreading
• Skipping parchment — sticking

Variations of Best Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

• Cream Cheese Stuffed — add small cubes of cream cheese to the centers
• Crinkle Cookies — roll dough in powdered sugar before baking
• Double Chocolate — add chocolate chips
• Sandwich Cookies — fill with cream cheese frosting

• Holiday Style — add festive sprinkles

Tips for storage & make-ahead

• Store airtight at room temperature up to 3 days
• Refrigerate up to 5 days
• Freeze-baked cookies up to 2 months
• Freeze dough balls and bake from frozen (+1–2 minutes)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my cookies flat?
The dough may be too warm—chill 20 minutes if needed.

Can I use butter instead of oil?
Oil gives the softest texture; melted butter works, but cookies may spread more.

Do I need frosting?
No, but cream cheese frosting pairs beautifully.

Can I double the recipe?
Yes—great for parties and bake sales.

Conclusion

Best Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies prove that easy baking can still deliver standout results. With bold color, soft texture, and classic red velvet flavor, these cookies are fast, fun, and endlessly adaptable. Keep a box of cake mix handy—you’re always minutes away from a perfect batch.