Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies

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The weight watchers Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies are colorful & happy-looking treats that are easy to prepare, but do not overrule your plans regarding the points anyway. The cookies found in this recipe are soft cookies prepared out of cake mix & colored pieces of candy distributed throughout them. The tender bite & sweet taste make them feel like something nice but not too heavy. The combination of fun colors & light texture makes weight watchers Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies a favorite for birthdays, parties/a quick snack at home. It is simple, tastes good & one you will repeat when you are in a bind & want something easy & happy.

STATS:

  • Diet: Weight Watchers Friendly
  • Course: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American
  • Time for prep: 10 minutes
  • Cooking time: 10 minutes
  • Working time (total): 20 minutes
  • Size/serving: 1 cookie
  • Total yield: 24 cookies
  • Level of difficulty: Easy
  • Mode of cooking: Oven

EQUIPMENT:

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Whisk/spoon
  • Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS:

  • One package (15.25 oz).
  • If available, sugar-free/reduced-sugar funfetti cake mix
  • Two big eggs
  • One-third cup of light olive/vegetable oil
  • A tablespoon of water
  • Two teaspoons of optional rainbow sprinkles

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Funfetti cake mix:

  • Less sugar or no sugar maintains points down. It is also already colored on the inside, so it looks quite fun and bright, with no additional efforts.

Eggs:

  • And big eggs hold the mixture and normalize the insides of cookies. Eggs at room temperature mix better into the dough.

Oil:

  • There is a light, wet consistency provided by vegetable oil. Light olive oil also does the trick, & it maintains the flavor to a mild suitability.

Water:

  • Using a little water will also serve to bind the dough without the dough becoming sticky. It also renders the batter more scooping friendly. The cookies may spread out too thin because of excessive water.

Sprinkles:

  • To be used, additional sprinkles are optional, and only add color and visibility to the cookies. These make good party platter or gifts.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Put parchment paper on a baking pan.
  3. Mix the cake mix, eggs, water, & oil in a large bowl. Work the dough till it becomes thick.
  4. If using, fold in sprinkles.
  5. Round tablespoons of dough should be scooped onto the baking sheet, with two inches between each cookie.
  6. Bake till the centers are still mushy but the edges are firm eight to ten minutes.
  7. It should be left on the baking sheet for two minutes after being taken out of the oven.
  8. For finish cooling you need to transfer it to a metal rack.

TIPS:

  • Scoop using teaspoons and bake 1 or 2 minutes less when making smaller cookies.
  • Add more flavor with vanilla extract.
  • To reduce the fat level without sacrificing the cookies’ softness & moisture, substitute unsweetened applesauce for half of the oil.
  • To add decoration to it, pinch a couple or more sprinkles on top of each dough ball before baking.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

  • Let it cool completely. Hold for no more than three days in a sealed box. If eating soon, store in a cold, dry location.

Freezer:

  • Completely cool. Keep in a firmly closed bag for a minimum of two months. Let it thaw at a comfortable temperature before dishing.

FAQs:

I wonder whether I can freeze these cookies?

  • Yes, it keeps up to 2 months in an airtight container. Thaw at room temperature.

Will the other Cake mixes work?

  • Yes, a white/yellow cake mix is good with sprinkles added in.

Is chill-dough necessary?

  • Not necessarily, but chilling 15 minutes prior to baking will cause cookies to bake more evenly.

Can i prep these cookies ahead?

  • Yes, you can even bake them up ahead of time and store them up until the next day in an airtight container. They keep soft for three days maximum.

Can i put frosting on these cookies??

  • Yes but it will give points. Whipped light glaze or topping with a thin layer is lower in points.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 110
Carbs: 15g
Iron: 0.5mg
Total carbs: 15g
Vitamin A: 20IU
Fiber: 0.5g
Calcium: 40mg
Protein: 1.5g
Sodium: 140mg
Serving size: 1 cookie
Potassium: 25mg
The total Weight Watchers points per serving for Weight Watchers Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies is estimated at four (4) points.