Cake Mix Pumpkin Cookies

These Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix are the easiest 3-ingredient cookie recipe for fall.  Using just spice cake mix, canned pumpkin, and chocolate chips, these simple treats are the perfect fall snack.

Love cake mix cookies? Also, try my Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies, Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies, Chocolate Peppermint Cake Mix Cookies, Cake Mix Cookies, and Lemon Cake Mix Cookies.

Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix

These Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix are soft, tender, and so delicious!  Made with just THREE easy ingredients, this is the simplest fall treat to whip up after school or for a party.  They come out tender and chewy each time and give the house that amazing baked pumpkin smell.  These are very similar to my widely popular 3 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins, but just in cookie form.  They are both so fun to make and eat.

These 3-ingredient Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix are the perfect life hack.  There's always a time and need for fully from-scratch recipes, but sometimes you don't have much time, and that's where cake mix cookies come in.  With scouts and baseball, the boys' schedules are so hectic these days that baking projects like this are about all we have time for.

If you haven't tried cake mix cookie recipes yet, try my Chocolate Peppermint Cake Mix Cookies, Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies, Lemon Cake Mix Cookies, Cake Mix Cookies, and Cake Mix Cookie Bars. You get that cozy, home-baked cookie flavor.  They taste so good, no one will know your shortcut.

Why You'll Love this Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix recipe...

• These Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix are soft and chewy with only 3 ingredients.
• They are delightfully pumpkin and perfect for fall!
• I LOVE a good shortcut recipe like this one. You will too!
• Even if you aren't a baker, you can do this!  They are easy and fuss-free.
• Mix in your favorites, including chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and even your favorite nuts.

Ingredients List:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix recipe, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.  You will not need the ingredients listed on the box, like eggs, butter, and oil.

• Canned Pumpkin puree: This is the perfect use for the can of pure pumpkin puree in your pantry!  Use a 15-ounce can of pumpkin puree, not the pumpkin pie filling mix.
• Spice Cake Mix: I love using the 15.25 Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix. You can use a yellow or white cake mix instead, but add 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice.
• Chocolate Chips: I like using dark chocolate chips because they help balance the sweetness of the cake mix, but you can use whatever flavor you prefer.  You will need ½ cup for extra sweetness.

Instructions:

This is an overview of the instructions for making Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix, but the full, detailed, printable recipe is in the recipe card below.  Do not follow the box instructions.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray your cookie sheets with cooking spray. You can also line the baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, spice cake mix, and chocolate chips. The batter will be very thick.
3. Using a mini ice cream scoop, spoon, or tablespoon, put a generous 1 tablespoon of cookie dough into a ball.  The cookies do not spread much.  You should have 20-24 cookies.
4. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until cooked through.  These take a bit longer to cook than traditional cake mix cookies.  They will not brown on top.
5. Transfer the Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies to a wire rack and allow to cool for a few minutes before eating.

Variations

I love this Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix recipe as written, but here are some fun variations.

• Make Frosted Cookies: Use your favorite cream cheese frosting or sprinkle with powdered sugar.
• Make Sandwich Cookies: Use two cookies and cream cheese frosting to make a sandwich.
• Add Nuts: Easily add your favorite chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts.
• Add Dried Fruit: Raisins or craisins are great options.
• Cake Mix: Mix the cake using plain, chocolate, or cinnamon cake mix.
• Add Extra Pumpkin Spice: Love pumpkin spice? Add some extra of my DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice.

Storage and Leftovers

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Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix

Julie Wunder

These Pumpkin Cookies with Cake Mix are the easiest 3-ingredient cookie recipe for fall.  Using just spice cake mix, canned pumpkin, and chocolate chips, these simple treats are the perfect fall snack.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 20

Calories 143 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 box spice cake mix, 5.25 ounces
• 1 can pumkin purre, 15 ounces
• ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray your cookie sheets with cooking spray. You can also line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, spice cake mix, and chocolate chips.
• Using a mini ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, put about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough in a ball.
• Bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked in the middle. Transfer to a cooling rack and allow to cool for a few minutes before eating.

Notes

Storage and Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.  They will keep longer in the fridge, up to a week, but it's not required.

Make Ahead

You can make this dough up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate it until ready to bake.

Freezing

These cookies freeze well.  Freeze in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 174mgPotassium: 132mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 3318IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg

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