Googey Sugar Cookies with Cake Mix

These Googey Sugar Cookies combine the ease of cake mix with traditional cookie flavors, resulting in soft, chewy treats with a delightful sweetness. The addition of cream cheese adds richness, while sprinkles provide a fun, colorful touch, making these cookies perfect for any occasion. They are straightforward to prepare and yield deliciously gooey results, sure to please cookie lovers of all ages.

Ingredients:

• 1 box cake mix (vanilla or yellow)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup sprinkles (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
3. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
4. Gradually add the cake mix, baking powder, and salt, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in the sprinkles if using.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear gooey.
8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.