Best 4 Cake Mix Applesauce Cookies Recipes

Are you seeking a delectable treat that strikes the perfect balance between comfort and convenience? Look no further than cake mix applesauce cookies! These delightful morsels combine the ease of using a boxed cake mix with the moist, flavorful twist of applesauce, resulting in a soft, chewy cookie that tantalizes your taste buds. With their simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these cookies are ideal for busy home bakers, novice chefs, and anyone seeking a quick and scrumptious indulgence. From classic recipes that evoke nostalgic memories to creative variations that add a touch of zest and innovation, discover the ultimate cake mix applesauce cookie recipe that perfectly aligns with your cravings.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CAKE MIX APPLESAUCE COOKIES RECIPE - (4.6/5)

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Provided by Renna

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (18.25-ounce) package spice cake mix
1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
1/2 cup applesauce
1 large egg
1 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Steps:

1. Oven to 350. Spray cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray. 2. In large bowl beat cake mix, oil, applesauce, and egg on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes, until well blended. 3. Stir in raisins or dried cranberries. 4. Drop by teaspoonfuls on cookie sheets, about 2 inches apart. 5. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes or until the center is just barely set when lightly touched with your fingertip and the edges are firm. 6. Remove from the oven, allow to cool one minute then transfer to wire racks.

CAKE MIX APPLE-SPICE COOKIES

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Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix does double duty as a cookie mix in this recipe. Fresh chopped apple adds a bit of autumn snap to these harvest-time treats.

Provided by By Deborah Harroun

Categories Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 cup chopped apple
1/3 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, stir together cake mix, oil and eggs until combined and dough forms. Stir in chopped apple.
Onto ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Remove cookies from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting on High 10 seconds. Drizzle melted frosting over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

APPLE OATMEAL COOKIES

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I brought these yummy cookies to work and they were gone in seconds. They're a great snack and addictive, too! -Nicki Woods, Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 large egg
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup finely chopped peeled apple
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, oats, brown sugar and cinnamon. In a small bowl, combine the egg, applesauce, apple and raisins. Stir into oat mixture and mix well. , Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLESAUCE OATMEAL CAKE WITH BROILED COCONUT TOPPING

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Looking for a homemade dessert using applesauce? Then check out this wonderful oatmeal cake topped with coconut and nuts.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups applesauce
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

In 1-quart saucepan, heat applesauce to boiling over medium-high heat. Stir in oats. Let stand 20 minutes.
Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 9-inch square pan with shortening. In large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and eggs until fluffy. Beat in applesauce mixture just until mixed. Stir in flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt, scraping bowl once, just until blended. Pour into pan.
Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix all topping ingredients until well blended. Spread topping over hot cake. Broil cake with top 6 inches from heat 1 to 2 minutes or until top is golden and bubbly. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg

Tips:

Use a boxed cake mix for a quick and easy cookie base.
Applesauce adds moisture and sweetness to the cookies.
Add in your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
Bake the cookies until they are just set in the center.
Let the cookies cool completely before enjoying.

Conclusion:

Cake mix applesauce cookies are a delicious and easy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of these cookies ready in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give cake mix applesauce cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!