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Delicious red velvet cookies with crinkled tops made from cake mix

Red Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies

Quick and easy cookies made from red velvet cake mix, featuring a soft center, slightly crisp edges, and a classic crinkle look from powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookies
  • 1 box Red velvet cake mix Use a standard boxed mix for flavor and structure.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind the dough and add lift.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Keeps the cookies moist and soft.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar For rolling and the crinkle look.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds a mild, sweet aroma.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (soft) Optional for richer flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk (optional) Use to adjust dough if it feels dry.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth, stopping when the dough holds together.
  3. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and form them into smooth balls.
  4. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until well coated.
  5. Place cookies 2 inches apart on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain soft.
  6. Let cookies rest on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room-temperature eggs for better mixing. Measure cake mix loosely to keep texture light. Check cookies at 10 minutes to ensure soft centers.