Half Batch Cake Mix Cookies

I'm just going to say it, sometimes you don't need a full batch of homemade cookies.

There it's out.

Maybe your household has shrunk or you want to test a few new flavors? Or perhaps you have a pantry full of odds and ends you want to use up.

That's where half batch or small batch cake mix cookies saves the day.

Why This is a Great Recipe

• Simple and quick
• Mix by hand using a spatula
• So many flavors of cake mix = so many diverse cookies
• Easy to customize with chocolate or peanut butter chips, nuts, sprinkles, etc.

Ingredients

Ignore the ingredient list on the back of the cake mix box. You're not making cake, you're making cookies.

• Half box of cake mix (6.6 ounces or ¾ cup)
• Today's cake mix boxes are smaller than they used to be. If you're using a 13.25 ounce box, add ¼ cup flour for the best texture.
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup (½ stick) melted butter or canola or vegetable oil.

Watch What Should Cake Mix Cookie Dough Texture Feel Like?

How to Measure a Half Box of Cake Mix

You can measure a half box either by weight or by volume. Weight is going to be the most accurate but for that you'll need a digital scale.

This is my favorite kitchen scale. I've been using this brand for years. It's lightweight, simple to use and stores easily in a drawer.

Look at the net weight printed on the front of the cake mix box and divide by two. So the 13.25 ounce box of cake mix I used for this recipe equals 6.625 ounces.

That's also equivalent to ¾ of a cup, if you prefer measuring by volume using measuring cups.

Tips for Making the Best Cake Mix Cookies

• Measure accurately.
• Don't over mix.
• Chill sticky dough if needed.
• Bake just until the edges are set.
• Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.

Can I Save the Other Half of the Cake Mix?

Store leftover cake mix in an airtight container or resealable bag.

Label what it is and the date you used it with permanent marker.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Try to use within two to three months for the best flavor.

Flavor Ideas

You can use any flavor of boxed cake mix for cookies.

• Lemon Cake Mix Cookies
• Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies
• Snickerdoodle Cake Mix Cookies
• Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
• Chocolate Cherry Cake Mix Cookies

Looking for more ideas, see my master Cake Mix Cookie Recipe post or browse my Cake Mix Recipe Category.

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Recipe

Yield: 12

Half Batch Cake Mix Cookies

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Craving cake mix cookies but don't want a full batch? This easy half batch recipe uses half a box of cake mix to make about a dozen soft, chewy cookies. It's perfect for small households, testing new flavors or satisfying a cookie craving without lots of leftovers.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Additional Time: 2 minutes

Total Time: 24 minutes

Ingredients

• Half box of cake mix (13.25 ounces/2= ¾ of a cup, if using a 13.25 ounce box, you'll need to add ¼ cup of flour.
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup (½ stick) melted butter or canola or vegetable oil.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F°
2. Measure half the cake mix and pour into a mixing bowl.
3. Add the remaining ingredients (oil or butter and egg).
4. Mix until combined.
5. Portion the dough into balls, approximately 1.6 tablespoons each. I like a Winco #40 cookie scoop for this task.
6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes on a parchment or silicone lined cookie sheet.

Notes

If using a 13.25 ounce box, you'll need to add ¼ cup of flour.

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Nutrition Information

Yield 12 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 52Total Fat 6gSaturated Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 16mgSodium 6mgCarbohydrates 0gSugar 0gProtein 1g

Nutrition information is an estimate because I am not a registered dietician.

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