Gooey Monster Cake Mix Cookies

Why Make This Recipe

Gooey Monster Cake Mix Cookies are a fun and tasty treat that anyone can enjoy. They are quick to prepare, requiring just a few ingredients you probably already have at home. These cookies are great for parties, bake sales, or just a fun dessert at home. Plus, they look super cute with their monster decorations!

How to Make Gooey Monster Cake Mix Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts or candies (optional)
• Colorful sprinkles or candy eyes for decoration

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs until well blended.
3. Fold in chocolate chips and any optional nuts or candies.
4. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
7. Decorate with colorful sprinkles or candy eyes to create monster faces.

How to Serve Gooey Monster Cake Mix Cookies

Serve these cookies warm with a glass of milk or as part of a fun dessert platter. They are perfect for kids’ parties or Halloween gatherings. Just place them on a colorful plate and watch everyone smile at their monster designs!

How to Store Gooey Monster Cake Mix Cookies

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay good for about 3-5 days. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them for up to a month. Just make sure to separate each cookie with parchment paper before freezing!

Tips to Make Gooey Monster Cake Mix Cookies

• Make sure not to overmix the dough; it should still be a little lumpy.
• If you want extra gooey cookies, take them out of the oven when they are just starting to turn golden.
• Use different colors of sprinkles to make each cookie unique and extra fun!

Variation

Feel free to switch up the mix-ins! You can replace chocolate chips with white chocolate, butterscotch chips, or add dried fruit for a different flavor. You can even use a different flavor of cake mix, like chocolate or red velvet, for fun variations.

FAQs

Can I make these cookies without eggs?
Yes! You can substitute each egg with 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce or a flaxseed meal mixture (1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal combined with 3 tablespoons of water).

Can I add frosting to these cookies?
Absolutely! You can drizzle some frosting on top or even frost them like a cupcake for an extra touch of sweetness.

How can I make these gluten-free?
You can use a gluten-free cake mix instead of the regular yellow cake mix to make these cookies gluten-free. Just be sure to check other ingredients as well for gluten content.