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Cake Mix Peanut Butter Cookies

Cake Mix Peanut Butter Cookies

Looking for the BEST homemade peanut butter cookie recipe? Well, here you go. These quick and easy cake mix cookies are made with just 4 ingredients and are incredibly simple to make — no mixer needed, no complicated steps, just soft, chewy, melt-in-your-mouth cookies every single time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 15 Cookies

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box Yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
  • 2 large Eggs
  • ½ cup Vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • 1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
    2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, eggs, and oil until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
    3. Gradually stir in the dry cake mix, mixing until a thick, soft dough forms.
    4. Divide the dough into approximately 15 equal portions and roll each one into a ball. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
    5. Using the tines of a fork, gently press down on each dough ball in two directions to create a classic crisscross pattern.
    6. Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

 
  • Peanut butter tip: Stick with regular creamy peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy) rather than natural peanut butter — the oil separation in natural PB can affect the texture.
  • Don't overbake: These cookies are meant to be soft. Pull them when the edges are just set and the center still looks a touch glossy.
  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer-friendly: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving.
  • Mix-ins: Try folding in chocolate chips, chopped Reese's Pieces, or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking for a fun twist.
 
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving / 1 Cookie)
 
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Total Sugars: 13g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Calcium: 45mg
  • Iron: 1mg
  • Potassium: 95mg
  • Vitamin D: 0mcg
 
⚠️ Estimated values based on standard ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary slightly depending on the brands you use.