CAKE MIX ROLO COOKIES

Cake Mix Rolo Cookies are made with just four ingredients, including a gooey Rolo candy tucked in the center of each cookie. They are incredibly easy to make and taste amazing straight out of the oven.

Even though I love baking cookies from scratch, sometimes I need a shortcut—especially when my kids want to help. These have quickly become a family favorite. The kids love wrapping the dough around the Rolos, and nobody can resist eating one while it’s still warm.

We love cookies made with a cake mix because they are just so easy to make! They are so versatile because you can change out the flavor of cake mix and come up with all kinds of different cookies. Just add a couple of ingredients, and your cookie dough is ready to bake in just a few minutes.

Recipe Highlights

• Gooey caramel center. The melted Rolo in the middle makes these cookies irresistibly delicious.
• Only 4 ingredients. All you need is a chocolate cake mix, butter, an egg, and Rolos.
• Super easy. The dough comes together in minutes and bakes quickly.

INGREDIENTS IN CAKE MIX ROLO COOKIES

Chocolate cake mix – You will need a box of chocolate cake mix. Most cake mixes are about 15-16 ounces. Any variety of chocolate will work just fine!

Butter – The recipe calls for 1 stick of softened butter. For best results, use real butter.

Egg – Just one egg will bind all of the other ingredients together.

Rolo candies – You will need about 36 Rolo candies. It saves a lot of time if you use the ones in the bag that are already unwrapped. I used about 3/4 of a 12 ounce package.

Tips & Tricks for Making Cake Mix Rolo Cookies

Full instructions for making Cake Mix Rolo Cookies can be found on the recipe card below, but here are a few helpful tips!

• Warm them up. If eating later, pop each cookie in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds for that gooey caramel bite.
• Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
• Avoid overbaking. The cookies may look slightly underdone when you pull them out, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
• Line your baking sheets. Use parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.

Storage Instructions

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 4 days. Add a slice of bread to the container to keep them soft longer. The caramel is easier to eat (and will be tastier too) if the cookies are warmed up in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds before serving.

CAKE MIX ROLO COOKIES RECIPE

Cake Mix Rolo Cookies are made with only 4 ingredients – one of which is the Rolo tucked in the middle! So easy to make and they are absolutely delicious with the gooey caramel centers!

5 from 6 votes

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Course: Cookies

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cake Mix Rolo Cookies

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes

Servings: 36 cookies

Calories: 106kcal

Author: Jessica & Nellie

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Ingredients 

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• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• ½ cup butter softened
• 1 egg
• 36 Rolo candies I used about 3/4 of a 12 oz. pkg

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°.
• In a large bowl, combine cake mix, butter and egg until well combined.
• Scoop out about a tablespoon of dough at a time and wrap around a Rolo candy, forming a ball around the candy. Make sure you have just enough dough to cover the Rolo.
• Place balls of dough on a well-greased cookie sheet. (I like to use silicone baking mats when making cookies, especially these ones because some of the caramel will inevitably leak out of the bottom of some of the cookies.)
• Bake cookies for about 8 minutes. If desired, sprinkle a little bit of granulated sugar on top while still hot. Let cool for a few minutes before devouring! (The cookies do taste great when completely cooled too, but there is just something about warm caramel that can't be beat so make sure to eat at least one while they are still are warm!)

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

Can I use a different flavor cake mix?
Yes! Try vanilla, devil’s food, or even spice cake for a fun twist.

How do I keep the caramel from leaking out?
Make sure the Rolos are fully enclosed in dough and bake on a lined pan to avoid sticking.

Can these be made ahead?
Yes. You can prep the dough balls in advance and refrigerate or freeze them before baking.

MORE FAVORITE CAKE MIX COOKIE RECIPES TO TRY:

• Some of our favorite cake mix cookies are light and fruity. Lemon Cake Mix Cool Whip Cookies and Strawberry Lemonade Cake Mix Cookies are perfect for spring and summer!
• Chocolate is always a good idea. Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies, Chocolate Caramel Cake Mix Cookies, and Fudge Walnut Cake Mix Cookies are all decadent and very chocolatey!
• Two of our most popular fall cookie recipes begin with a cake mix. Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies and Caramel Apple Cake Mix Cookies are both amazing!

Cake Mix Rolo Cookies are an easy 4-ingredient treat with gooey caramel centers and rich chocolate flavor.