{"id":2139471,"date":"2025-05-01T21:14:47","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T13:35:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2139471"},"modified":"2025-05-29T08:35:57","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T13:35:57","slug":"strawberry-cake-mix-cookies","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/strawberry-cake-mix-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While cookies are a simple treat, sometimes baking a batch can feel like a lot of work. Not with this shortcut! Did you know you can make a batch of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/cookie-recipes-cake-mix\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/cookie-recipes-cake-mix\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cookies using cake mix<\/a> as the base?<\/p>\n<p>Strawberry cookies made with cake mix, oil and eggs are softer and chewier than your average cookie. And with such a stunning pink hue, colorful strawberry cake mix cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you\u2019re mixing them up for a baby shower, Valentine\u2019s Day or an after-school snack.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2147356\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Strawberry-Cake-Mix-Cookies-TOHX27_279470_DR_05_16_07b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot of all ingredients on a marble surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Strawberry cake mix:<\/strong> We made our strawberry cake mix cookies recipe using the Pillsbury brand cake mix, but feel free to use whichever cake mix brand you prefer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetable oil:<\/strong> Neutral-flavored oil keeps the cookies soft, chewy and tender.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong> Eggs bind the ingredients together and make the cookies voluminous.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sprinkles:<\/strong> Sprinkles provide an easy decoration. Feel free to omit them if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make and chill the cookie dough<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2147362\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Strawberry-Cake-Mix-Cookies-TOHX27_279470_DR_05_16_01b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a large bowl, combine cake mix; oil and eggs until combined; Refrigerate until chilled about 30 minutes; Preheat oven to 350 degree\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. In a large bowl, whisk together the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil and eggs until combined. Refrigerate the cookie dough until it\u2019s chilled, about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/why-chill-cookie-dough\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/why-chill-cookie-dough\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Chilling cookie dough<\/a> allows the fat to solidify, which makes the cookies expand more slowly in the oven so they\u2019re tender and chewy rather than flat and crispy.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Portion the cookies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2147361\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Strawberry-Cake-Mix-Cookies-TOHX27_279470_DR_05_16_02b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot of drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2-inch apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets; on a marble surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Drop the cookie dough by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0A cookie dough scoop makes portioning quicker and more consistent.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2147360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Strawberry-Cake-Mix-Cookies-TOHX27_279470_DR_05_16_03b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot of flatten slightly with a greased measuring cup; top with sprinkles; Bake until edges are just set 10-12 minutes; all arranged on a marble surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Flatten the cookies slightly using your fingers or the greased\u00a0bottom of a measuring cup, then add sprinkles on top if desired.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Bake the cookies<\/h3>\n<p>Slide the cookies into the oven and bake until the edges are just set, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the cookies from the sheet pans and to wire racks to cool completely to room temperature.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2147359\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Strawberry-Cake-Mix-Cookies-TOHX27_279470_DR_05_16_04b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot of remove baked cookies to wire racks to cool completely; Store in an airtight container; all arranged on a marble surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add chocolate chips:<\/strong> You can dress up these pretty pink cookies by mixing white or milk chocolate chips into the cookie dough.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Turn into crinkle cookies:<\/strong> Roll each ball of cookie dough in confectioners&#8217; sugar and they\u2019ll bake into pretty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/delicious-crinkle-cookie-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/delicious-crinkle-cookie-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">crinkle cookies<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dip in chocolate:<\/strong> Once the baked cookies have cooled to room temperature, dip them in melted chocolate to mimic the flavor of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chocolate-dipped-strawberries\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chocolate-dipped-strawberries\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chocolate-covered strawberries<\/a>. Yum!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finish with frosting:<\/strong> A little swoop of store-bought or homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/strawberry-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/strawberry-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">strawberry frosting<\/a> takes these cookies to the next level. Allow the cookies to cool completely to room temperature first, then decorate!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>Store strawberry cookies made with cake mix in an airtight container. They can last at room temperature for up to three days or in the fridge for up to five days.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze strawberry cake mix cookies?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can freeze strawberry cake mix cookies after baking. Allow the cookies to cool to room temperature, then place them in an airtight container. Line sheets of parchment or waxed paper between layers to prevent the cookies from sticking to one another. Freeze the cookies for up to two months, then thaw on the counter.<\/p>\n<h2>Strawberry Cake Mix Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2147357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Strawberry-Cake-Mix-Cookies-TOHX27_279470_DR_05_16_06b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Close-up shot of Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies; served over wire rack on a marble surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can you use any flavor cake mix in this recipe?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can technically use any flavor cake mix to change the flavor of the cookies. Feel free to use lemon, vanilla, chocolate or Funfetti!<\/p>\n<h3>Does the strawberry taste artificial?<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s no artificial strawberry taste in this strawberry cake mix cookies recipe. The result is a chewy cookie with a soft center and just a hint of strawberry flavor.<\/p>\n<h3>How can you make cookies from a strawberry cake mix pinker?<\/h3>\n<p>To make a strawberry cake mix cookie recipe pinker, add pink food coloring and stir it into the dough.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s so easy to transform a simple box of strawberry cake mix into a colorful batch of strawberry cake mix cookies!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2146409,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,307119,304173,304423,306027,304288,305487,307104,303966,304408,304368,303887,306848,304268,324623,307141,304150,303883],"categories-v2":[308623,310169,309455,308821,308988,311758,308481,259620,310796,310155,308495,308813,308745,308478,309603,259483,309177,310187,309434,308476],"coauthors":[336427,342012],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Cake Mix Cookie 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