Description
Easy and comforting butter cookies made using cake mix, perfect for family gatherings or a quiet treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 box cake mix (yellow or vanilla)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (optional, for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- If desired, roll the dough into balls and then roll them in powdered sugar.
- Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest or almond extract. Chill the dough briefly if your kitchen is warm to maintain cookie shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cookies, butter cookies, easy desserts, family recipes