Description
Delight in these moist and flavorful Chocolate Chunk Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies, combining the rich taste of red velvet cake with gooey chocolate chunks and crunchy malt balls. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 stick softened unsalted butter (approximately 113 grams)
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (about 16 ounces)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
- 1 cup coarsely crushed malt balls
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a large baking sheet with a silpat liner or parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine the softened butter, red velvet cake mix, egg, and vegetable or canola oil. Mix thoroughly until a uniform dough forms. Then gently fold in the chocolate chunks and coarsely crushed malt balls to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Using a medium cookie scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Space the dough balls about 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are baked through but still soft in the center.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to set. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely if desired. These cookies are delicious both at room temperature and chilled.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for best dough consistency.
- You can substitute malt balls with crushed pretzels or nuts for a different texture.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, use semi-sweet or dark chocolate chunks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
