{"id":34229,"date":"2022-11-23T18:13:57","date_gmt":"2022-11-23T23:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/?p=34229"},"modified":"2022-11-23T18:13:57","modified_gmt":"2022-11-23T23:13:57","slug":"rosted-cake-mix-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/2022\/11\/23\/rosted-cake-mix-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Peppermint Frosted Cake Mix Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f9a72b\"><strong>Soft and chewy 4-ingredient cake mix cookies<\/strong> topped with a super simple homemade frosting and peppermint pieces are a festive addition to your Christmas dessert table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-11-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A plate of cake mix cookies with peppermint frosting and candy cane pieces. \" class=\"wp-image-34240\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cake Mix Cookies are your new secret weapon for holiday baking!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a fun, festive holiday treat that&#8217;s a cinch to make and looks impressive on any cookie platter, you&#8217;ve come to the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These frosted peppermint cookies will make you feel like the best baker around. And no one needs to know that they&#8217;re made with cake mix!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means less to measure and less to clean up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These soft, chewy cake mix cookies taste better than anything you&#8217;d pick up at the store, and they look they they came right out of your grandma&#8217;s kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Topping them with homemade buttercream frosting and peppermint candy pieces give them an extra special (and extra delicious) touch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pour yourself a big mug of hot cocoa and let&#8217;s get baking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-70f3d7d2\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M478.21 334.093L336 256l142.21-78.093c11.795-6.477 15.961-21.384 9.232-33.037l-19.48-33.741c-6.728-11.653-21.72-15.499-33.227-8.523L296 186.718l3.475-162.204C299.763 11.061 288.937 0 275.48 0h-38.96c-13.456 0-24.283 11.061-23.994 24.514L216 186.718 77.265 102.607c-11.506-6.976-26.499-3.13-33.227 8.523l-19.48 33.741c-6.728 11.653-2.562 26.56 9.233 33.037L176 256 33.79 334.093c-11.795 6.477-15.961 21.384-9.232 33.037l19.48 33.741c6.728 11.653 21.721 15.499 33.227 8.523L216 325.282l-3.475 162.204C212.237 500.939 223.064 512 236.52 512h38.961c13.456 0 24.283-11.061 23.995-24.514L296 325.282l138.735 84.111c11.506 6.976 26.499 3.13 33.227-8.523l19.48-33.741c6.728-11.653 2.563-26.559-9.232-33.036z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0071a1\"><a><strong>What you\u2019ll love about this cookie recipe:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Festive: <\/strong>The festive icing makes them perfect for any holiday or celebration! Try candy corn for Halloween, red hots for Valentine&#8217;s Day, or chopped mini Cadbury eggs for Easter. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soft and Chewy: <\/strong>The cookies have a great texture that&#8217;s hard to beat, with just the right amount of crunch on the outside and softness inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simple and Adaptable: <\/strong>made with just 4 ingredients use any flavor of cake mix you like. I used white cake, but you can use yellow, chocolate, or even red velvet!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of ingredients needed to make cake mix cookies and peppermint buttercream frosting.\" class=\"wp-image-34231\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Vanilla Cake Mix. <\/strong><\/strong>I used<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Duncan-Hines-Signature-French-Vanilla\/dp\/B073H8DJSM?crid=9HB7PWA96FAT&amp;keywords=duncan+hines+vanilla+cake+mix&amp;qid=1669244809&amp;sprefix=duncan+hines+vanilla+cake+mix%2Caps%2C154&amp;sr=8-7&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=laurkeat-20&amp;linkId=2823c675dceebea0128fba0313258c3e&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> Dunkin Hines French vanilla cake mix<\/a>, but you can use any brand or flavor that you want. This recipe is so fun to mix and match! Just be sure to use a 15.25-15.5 ounce box so the proportions stay accurate. Otherwise, you&#8217;ll need to do math to scale the recipe up or down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baking Powder. <\/strong>A little bit of baking powder boosts the freshness of your cake mix and ensures your cookies are the perfect texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Melted Butter. <\/strong>Using melted butter in the cookie dough means you don&#8217;t have to wait for it to soften! Pull out a second stick to warm up for the frosting while the cookies bake and cool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eggs. <\/strong>Add richness to the cake mix and help make the cookies chewy instead of caky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Powdered Sugar. <\/strong>If you&#8217;re making your own homemade buttercream frosting for these cookies (which I highly recommend for that extra special touch) you&#8217;ll need some powdered sugar (also known as confectioners sugar). Powdered sugar dissolves easily, so your frosting will be smooth and fluffy. Regular white sugar gives you a gritty frosting, and no one wants that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vanilla and Peppermint Extracts.<\/strong> For tons of flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Candy canes, or similar peppermint candy.<\/strong> Crushed candy canes or starlight mint pieces make these cookies so cute and give them a great peppermint-y crunch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-3-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Dry cake mix in a bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-34232\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-1-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing in the melted butter and eggs. \" class=\"wp-image-34230\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to make cookies from cake mix<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prepare<\/strong> your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a reusable silicon mat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mix<\/strong> together the cake mix, butter, and eggs until a soft dough forms. If you have a stand mixer, it makes things even easier, but a rubber spatula works just as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scoop<\/strong> the cookie dough into balls and drop them 2 inches apart onto the baking sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bake<\/strong> the cookies until the tops are set and the edges begin to crisp. The tops should be beautifully crinkled and not too dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cool <\/strong>the cookies completely on a cooling rack before frosting them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Frost <\/strong>the cookies and decorate them with peppermint pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-6-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Arranging the cookies on a cookie sheer.\" class=\"wp-image-34235\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-7-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Cool the cookies completely before frosting them.\" class=\"wp-image-34236\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Expert tips and substitutions:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you don\u2019t have butter,<\/strong> you can use vegetable oil instead for the cookie base. <strong>Do not<\/strong> use oil for the frosting though! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mix it up! <\/strong>Try making cake mix cookies with chocolate cake mix, yellow cake mix, or even funfetti or red velvet cake mix!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If your dough is sticky,<\/strong> refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes and it will firm up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the frosting is too thin to spread<\/strong>, add more powdered sugar 1 teaspoon at a time until it&#8217;s thickened. Also be sure to let your cookies cool completely before frosting so it doesn&#8217;t melt!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Make the cake mix cookie dough ahead of time<\/strong> and freeze it in individual portions for cookies whenever you want! Thaw in the fridge over night and or cook them from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you&#8217;re really in a pinch<\/strong>, you can use store-bought vanilla frosting with a few drops of peppermint extract mixed in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Try different toppings! <\/strong>I love using Andes peppermint baking chips. You could also use holiday colored sprinkles or sanding sugar, add a few drops of food coloring to your icing, or top them with m+m candies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For an even more decadent cookie<\/strong>, mix 1\/2 cup of white chocolate chips into the cookie dough before scooping it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-9-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Decorated peppermint cake mix cookies in a cooling rack.\" class=\"wp-image-34238\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong>Frequently asked questions <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632692599561\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>How do I store these cookies?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The peppermint candy can bleed into the frosting as they sit, so these cookies are best enjoyed the same day that you decorate them. However, they can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632695442839\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can you freeze them?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! <br\/><br\/>Freeze the frosted cookies in a single layer so they don&#8217;t stick together. Once they&#8217;re frozen solid, you can transfer them to an airtight container for up to 3 months. Let the cookies defrost at room temperature. Note that if the cookies are frozen, the color of the peppermint candy will discolor the frosting. They&#8217;ll still taste delicious though!<br\/><br\/>You can also freeze the unbaked dough and a few cookies whenever you want them. (I like to make cookies in the air fryer \u2013 no waiting for the oven to preheat!)\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Other cookie recipes you might like:<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/smores-cookies-recipe\">Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chocolate Hazelnut <a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/ferrero-rocher-cookies-chocolate-hazelnut-cookies\">Brownie Mix Cookies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-chocolate-chip-cookies\">Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/slice-and-bake-sugar-cookies\">4-Ingredient Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/frosted-cake-mix-cookies-10-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup image of frosted peppermint cake mix cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-34239\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Soft and chewy 4-ingredient cake mix cookies topped with a super simple homemade frosting and festive peppermint pieces.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":34240,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[30],"tags":[51],"class_list":["post-34229","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dessert-recipes","tag-kitchen-shortcut"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34229","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34229"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34229\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34229"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=34229"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=34229"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}