Cool Whip Cookies with Cake Mix

Cool Whip Cookies are so simple to make - only 4 ingredients (egg, powdered sugar, whipped topping, and cake mix) and ready in under 30 minutes! These rich, fudgy cookies can be made in lots of flavors, like lemon, chocolate, or strawberry.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Who knew that Cool Whip made such fantastic cookies? I've seen this idea going around social media and had to try it for myself.

Sure enough, just mixing 3 ingredients makes a light, fluffy cookie. This is a super versatile recipe (can be made in any flavor of cake mix) and is really easy to whip up (pun intended 😎) in under 30 minutes.

Why Cool Whip?

Look, I know Cool Whip is a controversial topic for some reason...but it just works in this recipe.

The Cool Whip is going to give your cookies a rich, fudgy texture without being too heavy. There's a certain decadence to it that's perfect with the airiness of the cake. It's a great balance that makes for one heck of a cookie recipe!

Can I use homemade whipped cream or whipped topping?

Yes, feel free to use either homemade whipped cream or store-brand whipped topping! Both work well. If you're making your own whipped cream, make sure it forms stiff peaks before mixing with the cake mix.

Recipe Ingredients

(See recipe card at the bottom of this post for ingredient measurements.)

• Cool Whip whipped topping
• boxed cake mix
• egg
• powdered sugar (optional; this creates that pretty look of crinkle cookies on the outside)

Flavor Variations & Additions

The great thing about this recipe is that you can make it in any flavor under the sun...just change the cake mix flavor! A few great flavor ideas...

• strawberry cake mix
• lemon cake mix
• chocolate cake mix
• vanilla cake mix
• red velvet cake mix
• banana cake mix
• spice cake mix
• pineapple upside-down cake mix

Because these cookies are really light, I don't recommend add-ins (like fruit or chocolate chips). They're just going to sink to the bottom of your cookie.

Necessary Kitchen Equipment

This is a simple recipe - no complicated tools are required. I recommend the following:

• Large mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Silicone baking mat or parchment paper
• Wire cooling rack

Love cookies made with cake mix? Try my Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies or Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies!

How to Make Cool Whip Cookies

Step 1: Make cookie dough.

Add Cool Whip, egg, and boxed cake mix to a large mixing bowl. Stir ingredients together until blended. (Tip: don't over-mix!)

Note: This step can be done with a hand mixer or stand mixer, but I found it easier just to mix with a silicone spatula.

Step 2: Roll in powdered sugar.

Add powdered sugar to a small bowl. Form a 2-tablespoon portion of cookie dough; roll the cookie dough balls in the powdered sugar until coated.

Step 3: Bake.

Place coated cookies on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 9-11 minutes (less time for more fudgy cookies, more time for more cakey cookies).

Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes before moving to a baking rack for cooling.

Leftovers & Storage

No need to refrigerate these after baking - they're just fine at room temperature. I recommend leaving Cool Whip cookies in an airtight container and enjoying them within 4-6 days.

Can Cool Whip cookies be frozen?

Yes, this is a great cookie to freeze! Place cookies in a freezer bag, remove as much air as possible (without crushing the cookies), and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. Simply thaw and enjoy.

More Expert Tips & Tricks

• These cookies can sometimes stick together in a storage dish if they're not completely cooled before storing.
• If you find the cookie dough difficult to roll in the powdered sugar, pop it in the freezer for 15 minutes and try again.
• The less time you bake the cookies, the more fudgy they'll be. Bake closer to 9 minutes for really rich, fudgy cookies; go closer to 11 minutes for lighter, more cakey cookies.