Can I use any type of cake mix for crinkle cookies?

Yes! Chocolate, red velvet, lemon, or even spice cake mix work well. Just make sure it's the standard 15.25 oz size.

Do I really need to chill the dough?

Yes. Chilling prevents overspreading and helps form the crinkled top.

Why didn’t my cookies crinkle?

Likely because the dough was too warm, there wasn’t enough powdered sugar, or the oven wasn’t hot enough.

Can I make these cookies ahead of time?

Absolutely. Chill for 48 hours or freeze for 3 months. Bake directly from frozen if needed.

Can I use any type of cake mix for crinkle cookies?

Yes! You can use devil’s food, chocolate fudge, red velvet, or even lemon for a twist.

Do I really need to chill the dough?

Chilling helps the cookies crinkle better, but you can skip it if you're in a hurry.

Why didn’t my cookies crinkle?

Your dough might’ve been too warm or not coated well in powdered sugar. Try chilling next time and rolling generously.

Can I make these cookies ahead of time?

Yes, you can refrigerate the dough for 2 days or freeze the dough balls for up to 3 months.

How do I store chocolate crinkle cookies?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, just use a gluten-free chocolate cake mix and ensure other ingredients are certified GF.

Can I use butter instead of oil?

Yes! Melted butter adds richness and a softer texture to the cookies.

30-minutes Chocolate Crinkle Cookies with Cake Mix

Description

These chocolate crinkle cookies with cake mix are soft, chewy, and full of rich chocolate flavor. With just a handful of ingredients and no mixer required, they’re the perfect fuss-free treat for holidays, brunches, or sweet cravings.

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)

2 large eggs (room temperature)

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, mix cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

3. Chill dough for 30–60 minutes.

4. Scoop dough and roll into balls. Coat generously in powdered sugar.

5. Place on baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes.

6. Cool on pan for 2–3 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

For deeper flavor, chill the dough overnight.

You can freeze the dough balls for up to 3 months and bake directly from frozen.

Don’t skimp on the powdered sugar—it helps create the iconic crinkle look.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American