These light-as-air funfetti cookies are the easiest cookies you will ever bake! With only 5 simple ingredients and a box of cake mix, this recipe makes soft and colorful funfetti sprinkle cookies with a classic cake batter flavor, all in under 30 minutes!
Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies
Did you know that you can bake cookies from a cake mix box? Take it from a cookie connoisseur when I tell you that this funfetti cookie recipe is super simple, and makes the BEST (and easiest) cake batter cookies.
These cookies are soft and light, and even though they may come from a cake mix, they are not cakey at all. They are moist and pillowy in the center, crispy around the edges, and bursting with fun colorful sprinkles.
I love how these cookies retain their soft-baked consistency with their pops of confetti colors that makes them deliciously fun to eat. From one cookie critic to another, this recipe has a more balanced flavor than your typical cake mix cookie. Because all you need is a box, a few pantry staples, and 30 minutes later, an irresistible cake batter cookie is born!
Why We Love This Funfetti Cookies Recipe
- So easy to bake from a box.
- Delicious with fun pops of color.
- Only uses 5 ingredients plus cake mix.
- Kid-friendly and approved.
- Soft and light–no dry crumbs in sight.
Ingredients / Shopping List
- Funfetti cake mix
- Sprinkles: I used rainbow jimmies sprinkles in this recipe, but feel free to use any sprinkles you prefer.
- Baking soda
- Sour cream
- Eggs
- Vanilla
Substitutions and Additions
- Sour cream: You can use plain greek or regular yogurt as a substitute.
- Sprinkles: If you’re making these cookies around the holidays or you want a themed cookie, you can dress them up for the holidays by simply changing the color of the sprinkles instead of using rainbow jimmies. You can also omit the extra sprinkles if you like, although the cookies won’t turn out quite as colorful (I think the pop of color makes them look pretty).
- Funfetti Mix: Buy the seasonal funfetti cake mix to change up the cookies for various holidays. It is always fun to make the Halloween, Spring and Christmas versions.
- Add-Ins: Feel free to add white, dark, or milk chocolate chips, dried sweetened cherries or cranberries.
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How to Make Funfetti Cookies Recipe Using Cake Mix
This Funfetti Cookie recipe is quick, easy and deliciously fun, especially because we are using a cake mix! The bright colors, soft center, and crispy edges make the perfect cookie with the prettiest appearance.
- Mix the cake mix, sprinkles and baking soda until combined.
- Add sour cream, eggs and vanilla and mix until completely combined and a slightly thick dough is formed.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of the cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top each cookie with additional sprinkles if desired.
Pro Tip: Using a 1 inch cookie scoop will bake more uniformly shaped cookies. - Bake in a 350 degree oven for 9-12 minutes.
Pro Tip: Cookies are done baking if you can tap the top of the cookie without it collapsing. They should be lightly golden on the top and edges. - Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheet before removing to a cooling rack. Plate and enjoy!
Funfetti Cookies Tips
- Don’t over-mix the batter. If you do, the cookies will be dense, hard, and not as delicious as light and fluffy as you want.
- Don’t over-bake the cookies. They will become hard and dry if you bake them too long, so keep a close watch. Take them out when they are still quite soft, as they will continue to bake for about two minutes on the cookie sheet after being removed from the oven.
Storage Tips
- To Store: After completely cooling, store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. After 3 days they will likely begin to dry out and lose their flavor.
- To Freeze: These cookies can easily be frozen if you have extras. Let them cool completely after baking, then freeze them in an airtight container for 8-12 months.
- To Thaw: To thaw, remove from freezer and let sit in a single layer at room temperature for 2 hours before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can find funfetti cake mix in the cake aisle of any supermarket. My favorite way to buy funfetti cake mix is to shop the after-holiday sales. Most holidays are accompanied by themed funfetti cake mixes which are great for holiday parties. Plus, after the holiday is over the extra boxes are often on sale for a great price. I love stocking up and using them for a quick and easy dessert when a cookie craving calls to me!
You can also follow this link to find Funfetti Cake Mix online!
To get the best results and the prettiest-looking cookies, you want to make sure that your oven has preheated before you put the cookies in to bake and make sure to use a cookie sheet no warmer than room temperature. If you need to reuse a cookie sheet for a second batch of cookies, I recommend putting the dough in the fridge while waiting and making sure the sheet has completely cooled before using it again. It’s not completely necessary, but it helps ensure the same results for each batch of cookies.
When your cookies are done, the edges of the cookies will be slightly golden brown. You’ll notice the centers are still soft. Always leave the cookies on the sheet until it cools down. Once you remove them from the oven, the center will flatten out a little and finish baking.
Yes, you can absolutely use any kind of cake mix you have on hand and follow the same recipe. Some ideas to try:
Red Velvet Cake – Use red velvet cake mix and add in some white chocolate chips.
Devil’s Food – Toss in a few semi-sweet chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey treat.
Spice Cake – Add some of your favorite cream cheese frosting and drizzle over the top after taking them from the oven.
Lemon Cake – If you’re looking for something light and refreshing, these lemon cake cookies are perfect for warm weather.
Recommended Tools
- Cookie sheet(s)
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Stand or hand mixer
- Measuring tools
- Mixing bowls
- Cookie scoop
Other Easy Cookie Recipes
- Strawberry Cream Cheese Cookies
- Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies
- S’mores Cookies
- Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies
- Pop-Tarts Cookies
- Cookies and Cream Cookies
- Jello Cookies
- Oatmeal Cream Pie (copycat “Little Debbie’s”)
- Secret Kiss Cookies
- Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies
Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces funfetti cake mix
- ½ cup sprinkles
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Additional sprinkles, optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place parchment paper or a baking mat on a large cookie sheet.
- In a large stand mixer, mix together the cake mix, sprinkles and baking soda just until combined.
- Add in the sour cream, eggs and vanilla and mix until completely combined, about 1-2 minutes. This will form a slightly thick dough.
- Drop the dough in heaping Tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, or use a 1 inch cookie scoop to get more uniformly shaped cookies.
- Add additional sprinkles to the top of each cookie, optional.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden on the top and edges. You should be able to tap the top of the cookie without it collapsing.
- Remove from the oven and cool on the cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes before removing to a cooling rack.
- Enjoy warm or cooled!
Jenn’s Notes
- To Store: After completely cooling, store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. After 3 days they will likely begin to dry out and lose their flavor.
- To Freeze: These cookies can easily be frozen if you have extras. Let them cool completely after baking, then freeze them in an airtight container for 8-12 months.
- To Thaw: To thaw, remove from freezer and let sit in a single layer at room temperature for 2 hours before serving.
- Don’t over-mix the batter. If you do, the cookies will be dense, hard, and not as delicious as light and fluffy as you want.
- Don’t over-bake the cookies. They will become hard and dry if you bake them too long, so keep a close watch. Take them out when they are still quite soft, as they will continue to bake for about two minutes on the cookie sheet after being removed from the oven.
Hi thanks for the fun recipe, Could I use coconut milk instead of sour cream?