Description
These delightful Lemon Cookies From Cake Mix are easy to prepare and bursting with bright citrus flavor. Using a lemon cake mix as a base, combined with eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and zest, these soft, tender cookies bake quickly into a perfect treat topped optionally with a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack with a tangy twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 box lemon cake mix (about 15 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Optional Topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
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, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well incorporated and forms a dough.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls with your hands. Place each dough ball onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden while the center remains soft for a tender texture.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on it for 2-3 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Add Finishing Touch: Once cooled, optionally dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a delicate sweetness and attractive presentation before serving.
Notes
- For more intense lemon flavor, you can increase the lemon zest to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to keep them fresh.
- If you prefer gluten-free, use a gluten-free lemon cake mix.
- These cookies are soft when fresh but can be gently reheated for a few seconds in the microwave to regain softness.
- Try substituting vegetable oil with coconut oil for a subtle flavor change.
