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    Easy Chocolate M&M Cookies {Cake Mix}

    Published: Nov 29, 2024 · Modified: Jan 7, 2025 by Abeer Rizvi · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    Easy chocolate m&m cookies recipe, homemade with simple ingredients from your pantry and starts off with a cake mix box. Crispy on the outside but soft and tender on the inside. Great as dessert or snack.

    Easy Chocolate M&M Cookies With Cake Mix on White Dish and Yellow Background.

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    I have been making this recipe as well as these Cake Mix Cookie Bars (With m&m) for as long as I can remember. I even make them with my kiddo now because they are so quick and easy. You just dump all the ingredients in a bowl, mix everything together and then, form little balls and bake. They are soft on the inside but slightly crispy on the outside and those m&m candied add a little crunch, which I adore! These make a great addition to Christmas Cookie Boxes (Homemade Gift). If you are still looking for more inspiration, check out this collection of Easy Cake Mix Recipes (Desserts)

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    • Key ingredients
    • Variations
    • How to make chocolate M&M cookies?
    • Tips and techniques
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    • Storage
    • More cake mix cookies
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    Key ingredients

    • Cake mix- I use Devil's food cake mix.
    • Eggs- Be sure they are at room temperature.
    • Oil- Replaces butter and shortening.
    • Baking powder- This helps the cookies puff up.
    • Vanilla extract- Brings in a nice touch of warmth.
    • M&M candies- You can use mini or regular.

    Variations

    • Double or triple chocolate version- Add about a ½ cup of chocolate chips into the batter. Depending on how you look at it, this brings in a double or even triple the chocolate!
    • Try other add ins- Toss in other options like your favorite candies, sprinkles, or even pretzels to this recipe.
    • Cookie bars- Prepare the dough as directed, but instead of making cookie balls, spread the batter in a greased/floured 8 inch square pan. Then for about 20 minutes and enjoy.
    • Use mini M&Ms- To get more candy into each bite. Plus, they are so cute.
    • Drizzle over the top- Some Easy Chocolate Ganache or Homemade Caramel Sauce.
    • Dip in chocolate- You can dip them halfway into melted white, dark, or milk chocolate. Add sprinkles for an extra fancy touch.
    • Try a different flavor cake mix- I like Devil's food cake the best, but you can try spice cake, yellow cake, or any of your favorites.
    • Make cookie sandwiches- In the middle of two cookies, place a filling, such as Homemade Whipped Cream, Caramel Frosting, Mint Frosting, or Peanut Butter Frosting.
    Stack of Cake Mix Cookies With Colorful Candies on White Dish.

    How to make chocolate M&M cookies?

    1. Mix together- Cake mix, oil, eggs, baking powder and vanilla extract.
    2. Scoop out- Portions of dough, roll into balls and flatten slightly.
    3. Place them- On a prepared cookie sheet.
    4. Press in- A few M&M candies on top.
    5. Bake- Until the the edges get a little crispy.

    Tips and techniques

    • Don't over-bake the cookies- They will become hard and dry. It's better to under-bake them (which keeps them very fudgy) rather than over-baking them.
    • Use oil instead of shortening or butter- To give these cookies that "poofy" shape.
    • Use unsalted butter- To avoid cookies that are too salty.
    • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature- Because this will help everything blend smoothly.
    • Line cookie tray- To prevent cookies from sticking to the pan and for easy cleanup.
    • Be sure to check cake mix size- Because they seem to be getting smaller these days. This recipe uses a 15.25 oz box of cake mix.
    Partially Eaten Cookie on Yellow Background.

    Recipe FAQs

    What do I do if my cookie dough is too "wet?"

    Place the dough in the fridge for an hour and then make balls. I am usually very impatient to wait this long, so I just wear disposable plastic gloves and make balls. No sticky mess this way!

    Why are my cookies tough and chewy?

    This mot often happens when you over-mix the batter or dough. Also, always be sure to measure ingredients correctly to get a better outcome.

    Why are my cookies hard and dry?

    This happens when you over-bake them. Be sure that you are accurate on the time and watch them carefully.

    Storage

    • Make ahead- This can be prepared up to 3 days in advance. You can go up to 5 days if you keep them in the fridge in a sealed container or even 1 month if kept in the freezer.
    • Room temperature- Keep in a cookie jar for up to 3 days.
    • Refrigerate- Place in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
    • Freeze- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving.

    More cake mix cookies

    • Gooey Butter Cookies
    • Easy Heart Cookies
    • White Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Easy Eggnog Cookies
    • S'mores Cookies

    Recipe

    Easy Chocolate M&M Cookies With Cake Mix on White Dish and Yellow Background.

    Easy Chocolate M&M Cookies (Cake Mix)

    Abeer Rizvi
    Easy chocolate m&m cookies recipe, homemade with simple ingredients from your pantry and starts off with a cake mix box. Crispy on the outside but soft and tender on the inside. Great as dessert or snack.
    5 from 3 ratings
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Cookies
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 cookies
    Calories 78 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 box Devil’s Food cake mix 15.25 oz. box
    • 2 Eggs Large, Room temperature
    • ⅓ cup Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
    • 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
    • 1 cup M&M candies

    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl, mix together the cake mix powder, oil, eggs, baking powder and vanilla extract.
    • Scoop out tablespoons of the cookie dough and roll them into balls and flatten then slightly.
    • Place them on a cookie tray lined with parchment paper.
    • Press a few M&M candies on top of each cookie.
    • Bake at 350 degrees F for about 9 minutes or until they are crispy along the edges. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Eggs must be at room temperature because they blend together the best this way.
    • Make sure to line your baking tray with parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking to the pan. 
    • If the cookie dough is too "wet," place the dough in the fridge for an hour and then make balls. I am usually very impatient to wait this long. So, I just wear disposable plastic gloves and make balls. No sticky mess this way.
    • I used regular sized m&m candies buy you can use mini size too. 
    • Don't over-bake the cookies! They will become hard and dry. It's better to under-bake them (which keeps them very fudgy) rather than over-baking them.
    • Read additional tips and variations above.
    • Leftovers can be stored in a cookie jar or sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 78kcalCarbohydrates: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 11mgPotassium: 26mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 0.2mg

    An automated tool is used to calculate the nutritional information. As such, I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information provided for any recipe on this site.

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    Comments

    1. Michelle

      October 10, 2016 at 9:08 am

      Would you believe I have never used a cake mix to make cookies?!! I have to try these...it sounds like it is the perfect recipe for a quick cookie fix when you don't have much time! And I love the gift idea too for the holidays!

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      • Abeer Rizvi

        October 13, 2016 at 5:57 am

        Omg Michelle! You have to try these... such a time saver,especially for Christmas time!

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    2. Karly

      March 21, 2017 at 11:49 am

      So simple, so delish. Looking like the perfect Tuesday pick me up, if you ask me!

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    3. Andrea

      November 20, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Super easy and delicious!5 stars

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      • Abeer Rizvi

        November 21, 2017 at 5:56 am

        Thanks. So happy you enjoyed them!

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    4. Lisa

      December 15, 2018 at 11:43 am

      I'll admit that I used to be such a homemade cookie snob that I never made cake mix cookies. I was so wrong! (Being an old lady, you'd think I would know better by now.) I needed cookies quickly for my grandchildren a couple of months ago but was out of butter so I broke down and tried a recipe. Ever had those "wedding cake" almond-flavored cookies? Glorious! Moving on, I found this recipe of yours & made them with Christmas M&M's. They are just delicious. Now when I get compliments on the cookies, I love to tell folks that they are easily made with a cake mix! Thank you for all of your wonderful recipes, across the meal spectrum. I've been making many of them for a couple of years now. Have a lovely holiday season with your family.5 stars

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      • Abeer Rizvi

        December 15, 2018 at 10:28 pm

        Thank you so much for your sweet comment. I know exactly what you mean! I love baking from scratch but there are many times when I have used doctored cake mix recipes and family/friends love them. They have been such a time saver for me that I started sharing them on the blog to help others, just like you. Happy holidays!

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    5. Chrystal

      July 19, 2023 at 8:23 pm

      I needed something quick and chocolatey for my boss's birthday, plus she loves m&m's so this recipe was perfect. I've always made homemade cookies but tried this recipe and I am so glad I did!! These cookies are amazing and I'm not sure that they'll make it to work! I added a half of a tube of mini m&m's and mixed it in the batter so you get an m&m in every bite! I will be making these often!5 stars

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