Strawberry White Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
These Strawberry White Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion, from Valentine's Day to baby showers. Made with a strawberry cake mix and a secret ingredient—cream cheese—these cookies are incredibly moist and full of flavor. White chocolate chips and M&Ms add extra sweetness and texture, making these easy-to-make cookies irresistible and perfect for sharing!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (excluding chilling time)
- Chilling Time: 1 hour (optional)
- Cook Time: 9-10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 box of strawberry cake mix
½ cup salted butter, melted
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup white chocolate chips
½ cup M&Ms (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and cream cheese until smooth.
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Gradually add the strawberry cake mix, half at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Stir in the white chocolate chips and M&Ms by hand.
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Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour (optional).
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Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 9–10 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers are soft.
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Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Add-ins: You can substitute the M&Ms with chocolate chips, sprinkles, or chopped dried strawberries.
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Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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Chilling time: Refrigerating the dough is optional, but it helps the cookies hold their shape better while baking.
