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These thick and chewy Red Velvet Cookies are the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day. A cake mix makes this recipe easy for anyone to make.

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Cake Mix Cookies

These red velvet cookies and crème cookies will be the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day. Using a cake mix not only makes this recipe incredibly delicious but also so easy for anyone to make. This simple cookie only uses six ingredients and can be made in under 30 minutes.

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Red Velvet Cookies: Ingredients & Substitutions

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Ingredients

  • red velvet cake mix – use your favorite brand.
  • eggs – I use large eggs at room temperature for this recipe.
  • vegetable oil – I haven’t tried any other oil for this recipe so I”m not sure how anything else would work.
  • Hershey’s Cookies N’ crème candy bar – adds visual interest and is used like chocolate chips in standard cookie recipes. You could use about 1/2-cup white chocolate chips in place of the candy bar if you prefer.
  • pink sprinkles – adds a visual pop of color, plus sprinkles are fun.
  • white sprinkles – adds a visual pop of color, plus sprinkles are fun.

How to make Red Velvet Cookies

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  1. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet.
  2. Combine ingredients.
  3. Scoop cookie dough onto baking sheet.
  4. Bake.
  5. Allow cookies to cool completely.

Recipe Tips

  • When making several batches of cookies, always let your baking sheet cool before putting on more dough. If the baking sheet is hot, the cookie dough will spread out faster, making them flatter.
  • Make sure all your cookies are the same size, so everything bakes evenly. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon measure helps ensure all cookies are uniform in size.
  • Store cookies in a sealed container up at room temperature for up to 4 days.
red velvet cookies on plate

Red Velvet Cookies: FAQs

➡️ Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time and freeze it?

Yes, you can. You can make and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or you can store it in the freezer for up to 1 month.

➡️ Do I need parchment paper to bake the cookies on?

Parchment paper is optional, but it makes for easy cleanup and an easy release for the cookies.

➡️ Where do you find sprinkles?

You can find solid sprinkle colors at any baking supply store. If you don’t have a baking supply store, you can check your local big box store or check online.

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4.50 from 2 votes
Servings: 20 cookies

Red Velvet Cookies

By Jamie Sherman
These thick and chewy Red Velvet Cookies are the perfect treat for Valentine's Day. A cake mix makes this recipe easy for anyone to make.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total: 32 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix, 15.25 oz.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • cup vegetable oil
  • 1 bar Hershey’s Cookies N’ crème, chopped, 4oz.
  • ¼ cup pink sprinkles
  • ¼ cup white sprinkles

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  • Mix the red velvet cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl. The batter will be thick.
  • Stir in the chopped candy bar, pink sprinkles, and white sprinkles.
  • Scoop out tablespoons of the batter and place them 2-3 inches apart on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 10-12 minutes just until cookies start to crack.
  • Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool for 3 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • When making several batches of cookies, always let your baking sheet cool before putting on more dough. If the baking sheet is hot, the cookie dough will spread out faster, making them flatter.
  • Make sure all your cookies are the same size, so everything bakes evenly. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon measure helps ensure all cookies are uniform in size.
  • Store cookies in a sealed container up at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie, Calories: 177kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 19mg, Sodium: 186mg, Potassium: 95mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 15g, Vitamin A: 28IU, Calcium: 37mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

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  1. pat cole says:

    looking for raspberry zinger poke cake recipe…can you help me