Step 1

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.

Step 2

In the bowl of your stand mixer, use the paddle attachment to beat the butter, vanilla extract, cream cheese and the egg on high until smooth and a bit fluffy.

Step 3

Add the dry cake mix and stir on low until combined.

Step 4

Divide the batter into bowls. I am going to do 4 colors so I will need 4 bowls. Add food coloring. I like to start with a 1/4 teaspoon of color and add more if needed.

Step 5

Once the color has been added, place the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Roll the dough into balls about 1 and 1/2 inches in diameter. Roll the dough ball into the powdered sugar.

Step 7

Place the balls on the cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from the oven and while the coolies are still warm, press the candy eyeballs into the cookie. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a rack to cool completely. Enjoy once cooled down.