Another book from the same author of No-bake Cookies, here is the first recipe I’ve tried from Cake Mix Cookies (check out the Books for Cooks section for more information). All of the recipes in this book start with a simple box of cake mix, just add a few extras and bake, then you have cookies! Make sure that the butter and eggs are at room temperature, the batter will be creamy and consistent. Also, keep your brown sugar moist with a “brown sugar saver” or another gadget designed to keep brown sugar soft, as this is where cookies get their chewy and soft texture. Variation: substitute dried cranberries for raisins and add 1 tablespoon of orange zest for an Autumn-flavored treat!
1 box (18.5 oz) Spice cake mix
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cup raisins
2 cups quick-cooking oats
Preheat oven to 350F and spray cookie sheets with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine half of the cake mix, brown sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and raisins. Using an electric mixer at medium speed, blend ingredients for 1-2 minutes, until well combined and smooth. Scrap down the sides of the bowl.
Gradually add the other half of the cake mix and the oats, stirring with a wooden spoon. The dough will become still.
Drop by level 1/4 cup-fuls, 2 inches apart, on prepared cookie sheets. Flatten slightly with the bottom of a measuring cup or glass.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are browned and the center is just set. Allow to cool 1-2 minutes on cookie sheets before transferring to a cooling rack. Makes about 2 dozen large cookies.
Enjoy with a tall glass of milk!
January 19th, 2008 at 12:34 am
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