Description
These Lemon Cake Mix Cookies are a quick and easy treat that combine the bright, tangy flavor of lemon with a soft, moist texture. Made with a lemon cake mix, fresh lemon juice and zest, and a simple powdered sugar coating, these cookies are perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack. Ready in just 20 minutes, they are ideal for when you want a homemade lemon cookie without the fuss.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 15.25 ounce box lemon cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (just under the 1/2 cup line)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
Coating
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Add in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Stir gently just until the dough comes together to avoid overmixing.
- Chill Dough (Optional): If possible, refrigerate the dough for 15-20 minutes. This step helps reduce stickiness and makes rolling the dough easier.
- Scoop and Roll: Using a medium scoop or spoon, portion the dough into ball shapes. Roll each dough ball into the powdered sugar to give the cookies a sweet, slightly crisp coating.
- Bake Cookies: Arrange the coated dough balls spaced out on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned, maintaining their soft texture.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking apart while warm.
Notes
- Refrigerating the dough is optional but recommended for easier handling due to stickiness.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be set without browning to maintain softness.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best bright lemon flavor.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with mild-flavored oils like canola or light olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
