5-Minute Cake Mix Blondies
If you love quick desserts that still taste bakery-quality, these 5-Minute Cake Mix Blondies are about to become your new favorite recipe. They’re buttery, chewy, and incredibly easy to make using just a few pantry ingredients.
Unlike traditional blondies that require measuring flour, sugar, and baking soda, this recipe starts with a box of cake mix, which already contains the perfect balance of dry ingredients. That means less prep, fewer dishes, and consistent results every time.
The batter comes together in just minutes, and after baking you can drizzle white chocolate and decorate with sprinkles to make them look extra pretty, it’s perfect for parties, gifts, or dessert tables.
Ingredients
• 1 box vanilla cake mix
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 175°C / 350°F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix the batter
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil and vanilla flavoring extract. Mix until a thick dough forms.
The batter will be thicker than regular cake batter, this is what creates the chewy blondie texture.
3. Spread the batter
Press the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
4. Bake
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
Do not overbake, blondies should stay soft and chewy.
5. Cool completely
Let the blondies cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes before decorating.
Let the blondies cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes before decorating.
6. Decorate
Drizzle melted white chocolate over the blondies and finish with sprinkles to make them extra pretty.
Slice into squares and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Cake Mix Blondies
• Use parchment paper
This makes it much easier to remove the blondies from the pan.
• Do not overmix
Mix just until the ingredients are combined to keep the blondies tender.
• Let them cool before slicing
Warm blondies can crumble easily, so cooling helps them set.
• Add mix-ins
Chocolate chips, nuts, or caramel bits are great additions.
FAQ
1. Can I use any cake mix for blondies?
Yes! Yellow, vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, lemon, or Funfetti cake mix all work well. Each flavor creates a slightly different blondie taste.
2. Why is the batter so thick?
Blondie batter is meant to be thick. The reduced liquid helps create the dense and chewy texture that blondies are known for.
3. Can I add chocolate chips?
Absolutely. You can mix ½ to 1 cup chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
4. How do I store cake mix blondies?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also refrigerate them for up to 5 days.
5. Can I freeze blondies?
Yes. Wrap individual blondies in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.