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Published: February 13, 2018 Last Modified: March 24, 2019 By Sara 21 Comments

Funfetti Cookies

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Funfetti Cookies Recipe | Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies | Sprinkle Cookies | Cake Mix Cookies

These funfetti cookies are made with the help of a cake mix! Cover them in rainbow sprinkles and watch the compliments roll in, they’re always a huge hit with the kids.

Who can resist a great sprinkle cookie? These funfetti cake mix cookies come together in just minutes and taste as pretty as they look.

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A plate of funfetti cookies coverd in rainbow sprinkles.

Sometimes you need a sweet treat, but you don’t want to end up with a 2 hour baking project or a sink full of dirty dishes. These bright and colorful funfetti cookiesstart with a box of came mix, which makes them the perfect quick and easy dessert option!

How to make funfetti cookies

You’ll only need a handful of ingredients to make funfetti cookies: cake mix, eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and sprinkles. That’s it! A box of white cake mix is mixed with the oil, egg and vanilla to form a thick batter, then a whole bunch of sprinkles are stirred in.

Funfetti cookie dough loaded with sprinkles.

I believe there’s no such thing as too many sprinkles, so the balls of cookie dough are rolled in a second coating of sprinkles before they hit the oven.

Balls of funfetti cookie dough coated in sprinkles.

You can use any kind of sprinkle you like here. During the holidays, I use Christmas sprinkles, or you could use pastel sprinkles for Easter or red white and blue for 4th of July. The possibilities are endless!

The final result is a soft and chewy cookie that’s delicious and fun to eat. Kids gravitate towards these cookies! I brought these cookies to a party last month and they were the first thing to go.

A stack of funfetti cake mix cookies.

I try to always keep the ingredients for cake mix cookies in my pantry, you just never know when you’ll need a quick treat!

More easy dessert recipes

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  • Avalanche Cookies
  • Microwave Caramels
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A plate of funfetti cookies coverd in rainbow sprinkles.
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Funfetti Cookies

These funfetti cookies are made with the help of a cake mix! Cover them in rainbow sprinkles and watch the compliments roll in, they're always a huge hit with the kids.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 145kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 18.25 ounce box white cake mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sprinkles divided use

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, oil and vanilla until smooth. 
  • Stir in 1/4 cup of the sprinkles.
  • Roll the dough into tablespoon sized balls. 
  • Pour the remaining 1/2 cup of sprinkles onto a plate. Roll the balls of dough around in the sprinkles to coat.
  • Place the balls of dough 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. You will need to work in batches.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cookies are set and lightly browned.
  • Cool, then remove from the baking sheet and repeat with the remaining dough. Serve immediately, or store in an air tight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

  1. You can really use any flavor of cake mix here to switch up the flavor a bit - yellow and chocolate cake mixes are nice options!
  2. I coat a tablespoon in cooking spray, then scoop balls of dough out of the bowl. It's easier to roll them that way, no sticking to your hands!

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 18mg | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Comments

    1. Tara says

      October 28, 2019 at 10:42 am

      how would you make these GFand Vegan?? Thanks in advance!

      Reply
      • Sara says

        October 28, 2019 at 10:51 pm

        You’d need to find a gluten free and vegan cake mix and use an egg substitute.

        Reply
    2. krista says

      February 27, 2018 at 2:59 pm

      Can these be frozen? And for how long?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        February 27, 2018 at 8:51 pm

        Yes, they’ll stay good in the freezer for 3 months!

        Reply
    3. Anosa says

      February 15, 2018 at 11:07 pm

      5 stars
      I have always loved sprinkles and can not get enough of them, these funfetti cookies look absolutely yummy and so eye catching too

      Reply
    4. Our Family World says

      February 15, 2018 at 9:47 pm

      5 stars
      I love how colorful these cookies are! I am just wondering how long they would last though. Once my little nephews and nieces get their hands on them, all I will have left are crumbs! Thanks for the recipe! This would be great for birthday parties too.

      Reply
    5. Rachel Ferrucci says

      February 15, 2018 at 9:13 pm

      These cookies are so festive and fun. They are great for any holiday! I want to make these for Easter, I didn’t realize how easy cookies are.

      Reply
    6. Chubskulit Rose says

      February 15, 2018 at 6:51 am

      These looks so festive. My children love sprinkles and they would love these!

      Reply
    7. Terri Steffes says

      February 15, 2018 at 6:47 am

      My daughter is 30 and I remember when funfetti came out. We had to have everything funfetti! These cookies would have definitely made her list!

      Reply
    8. Ricci says

      February 15, 2018 at 12:29 am

      These Funfetti Cookies are ADORABLE!! I would love to make these for when my nieces and nephews visit!!

      Reply
    9. Sandy N Vyjay says

      February 14, 2018 at 11:30 pm

      The Funfetti cookies look so colurful and visually appealing. The kids, of course, are sure to love it, but the adults too will be bowled over.

      Reply
    10. Emily says

      February 14, 2018 at 12:48 pm

      5 stars
      These are adorable! My kids would have a lot of fun making these, and eating them too! I have such a sweet tooth so I am all about making cookies.

      Reply
    11. Sarah Bailey says

      February 14, 2018 at 12:40 pm

      Oh now these are some awesome looking cookies! I absolutely love the idea of using funfetti on them, perfect for bringing out at a celebration!

      Reply
    12. Heather says

      February 14, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      5 stars
      These look amazing. I so want to make some for the kids. I think everthing is just a bit more fun with funfetti.

      Reply
    13. Tomi C says

      February 14, 2018 at 11:17 am

      5 stars
      Too cute and what a fun recipe to make with the kiddos.I love that it uses cake mix so there’s less mixing and measuring even though you could let kids scoop the mix out of the box. Looks yummy!

      Reply
    14. Saidah Washington says

      February 14, 2018 at 10:59 am

      Those cookies look so good!!! I would love to eat those right now. I am so hungrys

      Reply
    15. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

      February 14, 2018 at 8:53 am

      Oh my goodness, these cookies look and sound delicious! I am a big fan of sprinkle cookies. They are probably my fave of all time. I would love to have two or three or ten.

      Reply
    16. Jeanette says

      February 14, 2018 at 5:21 am

      Those look so colorful and delicious! That would be a fun Valentines cookie for my kiddos. They are easy to make and they’re pretty.

      Reply
    17. Candy says

      February 14, 2018 at 4:54 am

      This is one cookie that is always a big hit for the kids. Who doesn’t love sprinkles. Make a double batch.

      Reply
    18. robin rue says

      February 14, 2018 at 3:50 am

      Those cookies are so colorful and fun! I am sure they would be the hit of any party you served them at.

      Reply
    19. Alli Smith says

      February 14, 2018 at 3:43 am

      I love making cookies with cake mixes. The flavor possibilities are endless and I’m looking forward to trying your funfetti cookies. The kids will love these.

      Reply

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