Step 1

Combine butter, egg, vanilla, and cream cheese in a bowl. Mix together thoroughly.

Step 2

Add cake mix, half of the box at a time, mixing until well combined.

Step 3

Stir in chips and candies by hand.

Step 4

Refrigerate for at least one hour and then roll dough into 1 inch balls.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Scoop cough dough into 1 inch dough balls and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes. Cookies should not brown on the top but the bottoms may be lightly browned.

Step 7

Let cookies cool on a baking sheet for several minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.