Cool Whip Cookies are soft, fluffy treats made with only 4 ingredients. This recipe for Cool Whip Cake Mix Cookies are quick and easy for any occasion and come together in minutes with whipped topping and cake mix.
Cool Whip Cookies are a fun and simple treat that comes together with just a few pantry staples. Using whipped topping and boxed cake mix, these cookies are soft, chewy, and full of flavor.
Perfect for when you want something sweet without a lot of effort. Theyโre ideal for bake sales, holidays, or quick weekday desserts the whole family will love.
The cool whip makes the texture of the cookies so light and fluffy. You might also like Cool Whip Candy and Cool Whip Cream Cheese Frosting. For even more cookie recipes, check out these Best Cake Mix Cookies Recipes.
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Why We Love These
- Quick and easy: With just a few ingredients, these cookies are ready in no time. Perfect for busy days or last-minute desserts.
- Kid-friendly: Simple steps make this a fun recipe to bake with kids, from mixing to rolling in powdered sugar.
- Soft and chewy texture: The Cool Whip gives these cookies a light, pillowy texture thatโs irresistibly soft.
- Endless flavor options: Just switch up the cake mix flavor and try chocolate cake mix, lemon cake mix, red velvet cake mix, or strawberry for a totally different crinkle cookie every time.
- Great for any occasion: Whether itโs a bake sale, birthday party, or holiday platter, these cookies are always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
- Cake mix: Use any flavor you like. Chocolate, lemon, red velvet, or funfetti cake mix all work great for variety. See Cake Mix Cookies for even more ideas
- Cool Whip: Whipped topping adds a light and fluffy texture to the dough.
- Egg: A large egg at room temperature helps bind everything together for the perfect consistency.
- Powdered sugar: Sift before using to eliminate clumps and ensure a smooth coating on each cookie.
Find the complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page in the recipe card.
Step By Step Instructions
- Step 1. Go ahead and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then spray the cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray or place parchment paper.
Step 1. Use a large mixing bowl and combine cake mix, cool whip and egg. The batter will be very fluffy, but this is normal. Just keep mixing until well combined. I like to combine by hand instead of using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Step 2. Form the cookie dough balls by using a small cookie scoop or two spoons. Then drop the rounded cookie dough into a small bowl of powdered sugar. Roll the dough ball until completely covered and place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3. Next, bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until just slightly browned on the edges. You want the cookies to be set but not completely browned. It’s important to watch them closely.
Step 4. The cookies need to sit on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes. Then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Storage
Room Temperature: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4โ5 days. Keep them out of direct sunlight and heat to prevent them from getting too soft.
Refrigerate (Optional): If your home is warm or humid, you can refrigerate the cookies to keep them fresh longer. Just let them sit out for a few minutes before serving.
Freeze for Later: Cool Whip cookies freeze well! Place in a single layer on a baking sheet to flash freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Store for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy.
Tips for the Best Cool Whip Cookies
- Avoid overbaking: Bake just until the edges are set and the tops are crinkled. Overbaking will make them dry instead of soft and chewy.
- Line your baking sheet: The dough is sticky, so be sure to line your pan with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Use a cookie scoop: A cookie scoop helps you portion the dough evenly, giving you uniform cookies that bake consistently.
- Leave space between cookies: Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. They will spread as they bake.
- Let them cool completely: These cookies are delicate when hot. Transfer them to a cooling rack and let them cool fully before handling to avoid breakage.
- Chill the dough (optional): If the dough feels too sticky to handle, you can chill it for 15โ20 minutes to make it easier to roll.
- Roll in powdered sugar generously: Coat the cookie dough balls thoroughly in powdered sugar before baking for that classic crinkle look.
Variations
- Try different cake mix flavors: Switch things up with chocolate, lemon, strawberry, funfetti, French vanilla, red velvet, or even spice cake mix for a seasonal twist. Each flavor brings a new spin to the classic cookie.
- Add chocolate chips: Stir in a handful of chocolate chips. Choose from milk, dark, or white chocolate to add delicious richness and texture.
- Mix in chopped nuts: For added crunch, fold in chopped pecans, walnuts, or even almonds. Great for balancing the sweetness!
- Decorate with sprinkles: Add festive sprinkles to match any holiday, birthday, or themed party for a fun and colorful touch. We love to add Christmas sprinkles during the holidays and rainbow sprinkles for birthdays. Extra sprinkles are always fun.
- Make sandwich cookies: Spread frosting or marshmallow fluff between two cookies for a sweet sandwich treat.
- Add extract for extra flavor: A dash of almond, peppermint, or lemon extract can boost flavor and complement the cake mix variety you choose.
- Stuff them: Add a surprise center such as a mini peanut butter cup or a dollop of Nutella before baking for a fun twist.
More Easy Cake Mix Cookie Recipes
Go ahead and give these Cool Whip Cake Mix Cookies a try. Leave a comment and let me know what flavor you tried.
Cool Whip Cake Mix Cookies
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray Cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, cool whip and egg. The mix will be very fluffy. Just keep mixing until well combined.
- Use a small cookie scoop or two spoons to drop rounded cookie dough into powdered sugar. Roll the dough ball until completely covered. Set cookies on the prepared cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cookies browned just slightly on the edges. You want the cookies to be set but not fully browned so watch them closely.
- Allow the cookies to sit on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes. Then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
Super easy recipe and turns out great!