Description
These Lemon Cookies made from cake mix are a delightful treat that brings together the zesty flavors of lemon in a soft, chewy cookie. Easy to make and bursting with citrusy goodness, these cookies are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 box lemon cake mix (about 15.25 ounces)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest if using. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Shape and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat each ball in powdered sugar. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 9–11 minutes until set.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra lemony punch, add 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract to the dough.
- These cookies stay soft for several days when stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
