Description
Lazy chocolate chip cookies are a simplified version of classic chocolate chip cookies made with just a few ingredients, including yellow cake mix. Perfect for last-minute desserts, family gatherings, or as a homemade treat. Easily made gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
– ½ cup butter (substitute margarine or coconut oil if needed)
– 2 eggs
– 1 box yellow cake mix (substitute gluten-free or sugar-free cake mix if needed)
– 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (substitute dark chocolate, white chocolate, or peanut butter chips for variety)
For Serving (Optional):
– Cold milk or a scoop of ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8″x8″ square pan with non-stick spray.
- Melt the butter and mix it with eggs until combined.
- Add the yellow cake mix and stir until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the entire bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips and mix all ingredients together.
- Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool completely before cutting them into squares. The longer they cool, the better they hold their shape.
- Enjoy with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream.
Notes
– Use high-quality chocolate chips: This ensures maximum flavor. Substitute plant-based butter and eggs for vegan diets.
– Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze portions for longer storage; thaw at room temperature before serving. Avoid microwaving if possible.
– Customizations: Swap semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate, white chocolate, or peanut butter chips. Stir in chopped nuts, sprinkles, or dried fruit for added complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Classic Desserts
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: ~200
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg