Strawberry Cookies from Cake Mix

These strawberry cookies from cake mix are soft, fluffy, bakery-style treats made with just a few simple ingredients in under 25 minutes. Using boxed strawberry cake mix creates tender homemade cookies with vibrant strawberry flavor and minimal prep work.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 3 ingredient cookies, cake mix cookies, easy strawberry cookies, strawberry cookies from cake mix

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 22

Servings: cookies

Calories: 80kcal

Author: Lila benett

Cost: 1

Equipment

large mixing bowl
whisk
rubber spatula
baking sheets
parchment paper
wire cooling rack
cookie scoop or spoon

Ingredients

1 box strawberry cake mix (15.25 oz)
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries (optional)
2 tablespoons white granulated sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and allow it to heat fully before baking.
Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Gather all ingredients near your workspace before mixing.
Pour the dry strawberry cake mix into a large bowl and whisk away any lumps.
Add the vegetable oil and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Beat the eggs in a separate bowl and add them to the cake mixture.
Mix the dough for about 2 minutes until thick and evenly combined.
Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries if using.
Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Press a small freeze-dried strawberry piece onto each cookie if desired for decoration.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes after baking.
Transfer the cookies carefully to a wire rack using a spatula.
Cool completely for at least 30 minutes before serving or storing.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for smoother mixing and softer cookies. Do not overbake — remove cookies when the edges are lightly golden and centers still appear soft. Freeze-dried strawberries add extra flavor and texture but are optional. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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