{"id":440014,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:34","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=440014"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:12","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cake-mix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cake-mix\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Simple Christmas Cookie Recipes with Cake Mix That Will Delight Your Holiday Gatherings! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the holiday season approaches, the scent of fresh-baked cookies fills the air, making everything feel a bit more magical. You might be wondering how to whip up some delightful treats without spending hours in the kitchen. Well, get ready to impress your friends and family with these super simple and scrumptious cake mix cookie recipes!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cake-mix\/#Festive_Red_Velvet_Cake_Mix_Cookies\" >Festive Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cake-mix\/#Ingredients_Needed\" >Ingredients Needed:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cake-mix\/#Chewy_Lemon_Cake_Mix_Cookies\" >Chewy Lemon Cake Mix Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-cake-mix\/#Ingredients_Needed-2\" >Ingredients Needed:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Red_Velvet_Cake_Mix_Cookies\"><\/span>Festive Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6211005\/pexels-photo-6211005.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Festive Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies\" title=\"Festive Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Tim Douglas on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/crop-woman-preparing-stuffed-apples-on-christmas-day-6211005\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSlateGray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies-1760533232.jpg\" alt=\"Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theculinarycompass.com\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from The Culinary Compass<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies-recipe-1760533232.jpg\" alt=\"Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/momfoodie.com\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Mom Foodie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (20 reviews). Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Magenta\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies-with-cream-cheese-icing-1760533232.jpg\" alt=\"Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lemonsandzest.com\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing<\/a><\/strong> from Lemons &amp; Zest<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of red velvet cookies, perfect for adding a splash of color to your holiday spread. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with a hint of cocoa and cream cheese flavor that will have everyone coming back for more. Plus, they\u2019re easy to make, so you\u2019ll spend less time baking and more time enjoying the festivities!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_Needed\"><\/span>Ingredients Needed:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 box red velvet cake mix<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 cup white chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies special is not just their stunning color but also their delightful texture. When you take a bite, you\u2019ll experience a soft, chewy center surrounded by a slightly crisp edge, making them simply irresistible. The addition of white chocolate chips lends a creamy sweetness that pairs perfectly with the rich cocoa flavor, creating a symphony of taste in every bite. Plus, they look gorgeous dusted with powdered sugar, making them an eye-catching addition to your holiday cookie platter!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-velvet-cookies-made-with-a-cake-mix-1760533261.jpg\" alt=\"Red Velvet Cookies (made with a cake mix!)\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=L4DIoo7V9Ns\" target=\"_blank\">Red Velvet Cookies (made with a cake mix!)<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-velvet-cake-mix-cookies-easy-cake-mix-cookies-soft-1760533261.jpg\" alt=\"Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies | Easy Cake Mix Cookies | Soft ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1fYcGkyQkyA\" target=\"_blank\">Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies | Easy Cake Mix Cookies | Soft &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-velvet-cake-mix-crinkle-cookies-recipe-1760533261.jpg\" alt=\"Red Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IFN7w8g1338\" target=\"_blank\">Red Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chewy_Lemon_Cake_Mix_Cookies\"><\/span>Chewy Lemon Cake Mix Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6061574\/pexels-photo-6061574.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Chewy Lemon Cake Mix Cookies\" title=\"Chewy Lemon Cake Mix Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nicole Michalou on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/person-adding-flour-into-a-bowl-6061574\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Khaki\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lemon-cake-mix-cookies-1760533255.jpg\" alt=\"Lemon Cake Mix Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iheartnaptime.net\/lemon-cake-mix-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Lemon Cake Mix Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from I Heart Naptime<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (167 reviews). Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Cyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-lemon-cookies-1760533255.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Lemon Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/10776\/easy-lemon-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Lemon Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (19 reviews). Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:GoldenRod\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lemon-cake-mix-cookies-1760533255-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lemon Cake Mix Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plattertalk.com\/lemon-cake-mix-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Lemon Cake Mix Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Platter Talk<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (17 reviews). Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a refreshing twist, these chewy lemon cookies are just the ticket! Bright, zesty, and oh-so-delicious, they\u2019re perfect for cutting through the richness of traditional holiday treats. With their sunny flavor profile, these cookies will surely bring a smile to anyone\u2019s face during your holiday gatherings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_Needed-2\"><\/span>Ingredients Needed:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 box lemon cake mix<\/li>\n<li>1\/3 cup vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon lemon extract<\/li>\n<li>1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)<\/li>\n<li>Zest of 1 lemon (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These lemon cookies shine with their bright flavor and chewy texture, making them a delightful treat that stands out on any dessert table. The use of lemon extract enhances their citrusy goodness, while the powdered sugar coating adds a sweet touch that balances the tanginess perfectly. Plus, a sprinkle of lemon zest elevates the flavor profile, making them feel extra special. Trust me, these cookies will be a hit, and you might even want to keep the recipe a secret to impress everyone at your next holiday party!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your holiday guests with these two easy and scrumptious Christmas cookie recipes made from cake mix that will elevate your festive baking!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546645,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-440014","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440014","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=440014"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440014\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546645"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=440014"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=440014"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=440014"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=440014"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}