These easy Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies are soft, fluffy, and loaded with white chocolate chips. A quick 15-minute dessert perfect for Valentine’s Day or anytime you crave something sweet.
Why You’ll Love These Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
If you need a fast, foolproof dessert, these Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies are the answer. They’re rich, slightly chocolatey, soft in the center, and require just 4 ingredients. No mixer skills, no chilling time, no stress.
Perfect for:
- Valentine’s Day ❤️
- Holiday cookie trays
- Bake sales
- Last-minute desserts
- Baking with kids
Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies (Soft, Chewy & Perfect for Valentine’s Day)
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (or more to taste)
Kitchen Equipment
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- 1½-tablespoon cookie scoop
- Cooling rack
How to Make Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine:
- Red velvet cake mix
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
Mix until smooth and fully combined (about 2 minutes).
Step 3: Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in the white chocolate chips to your desired amount.
Step 4: Scoop the Cookies
Use a 1½-tablespoon cookie scoop and place dough balls at least 3 inches apart on the baking sheets.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set and lightly golden while the centers remain soft.
Step 6: Cool
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Recipe Card
Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 20 cookies
Calories: ~155 kcal per cookie
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets.
- Mix cake mix, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough 3 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set.
- Cool 5 minutes before transferring.
Pro Tips for Perfect Cookies
Don’t overmix – stop once the batter is smooth.
Watch the bake time – soft centers mean chewy cookies.
Use room-temperature eggs for easier mixing.
Measure oil carefully to avoid greasy cookies.
Let them rest on the pan before moving—this helps them set.
Storage & Freezing
Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
Freeze baked cookies: Up to 2 months
Freeze dough balls: Bake straight from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use milk or dark chocolate chips?
Yes! Milk, dark, or even mini chocolate chips work great.
Do I need to chill the dough?
No chilling needed—bake immediately.
Can I make them festive?
Absolutely! Add Valentine’s sprinkles, drizzle with white chocolate, or sandwich with cream cheese frosting.
