Description
Celebrate Independence Day with these vibrant and easy-to-make 4th of July Cake Mix Cookies. Made with a box of cake mix and colorful red, white, and blue M&M’s, these cookies are perfect for your 4th of July celebration. Soft, chewy, and visually festive, they’ll be the star of any party or picnic. Ideal for bakers of all skill levels!
Ingredients
1 box French vanilla or plain white cake mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups patriotic M&M’s (red, white, and blue)
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until smooth dough forms.
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Incorporate M&M’s: Gently fold in the patriotic M&M’s until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Shape the Cookies: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to place dough portions on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
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Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
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Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Variations: Add chocolate chips or dried fruit for extra flavor. You can also use mini M&M’s for a different texture.
Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
