This recipe requires just a few ingredients and is perfect for when you want to whip up something sweet in a hurry. Plus, it's a great way to use up that box of cake mix that's been sitting in your pantry.
Super Easy Lemon Cookie Recipe
I LOVE these soft Lemon Cake Mix Cookies! These lemon cookies are a great option for a quick and delicious dessert. They're perfect for any occasion and can be easily customized to your liking. Plus, their lemony flavor and sweet confectioners sugar coating are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them!
Just Five Ingredients
- Box of Lemon cake mix - I recommend Betty Crocker Delights Lemon Cake with pudding in the mix
- Eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- Pure lemon extract - you may substitute lemon zest
- Confectioners Sugar - powdered sugar is the same thing
TIP: Sometimes lemon cake mix is hard to find. If you can't find lemon
cake mix you may use vanilla cake mix and a box of 3.4 ounce lemon
instant pudding & pie filling
How to Make Lemon Cake Mix Cookies
- Prep - Gather ingredients, prepare cookie sheets, and preheat oven
- Mix - Mix first 4 ingredients together with mixer until combined
- Measure & Shape - Measure the dough and shape dough into balls then roll dough balls in confectioners sugar. Place each dough ball on prepared baking sheets
- Bake - Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are set. Allow to cool a few minutes before moving to a cooling rack or plate for serving.
Alternate Recipe Idea: Iced Lemon Cake Mix Cookies
To make iced lemon cake mix cookies omit rolling the dough balls in confectioners sugar and bake as directed. While cookies are cooling make the lemon glaze as follows:Lemon Glaze
- Combine 2 cups confectioners sugar with 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice & 1 tsp pure lemon extract & mix well. Add more lemon juice a teaspoon at a time to thin if needed.
- Mix until well combined and drizzle over cooled cookies. Garnish with fresh lemon zest to your liking.
Additional Mix-in Ideas
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh blueberries for a classic flavor combo
- 1 cup shredded coconut for a tropical flavor
- Add a pinch of dried lavender for a unique flavor
How to Store Cookies
To store your lemon cake mix cookies, make sure they have cooled completely before placing them in an airtight container. To prevent sticking, layer the cookies with a sheet of wax paper between each layer. Store the container in a cool, dry place like a pantry or cupboard, away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Properly stored, your lemon cake mix cookies can last for several days. If you want to extend their shelf life further, consider freezing them instead.Do Lemon Cake Mix Cookies freeze well?
Yes! These lemon cookies freeze really well. First cool completely then place cookies in single layer on baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer frozen cookies to freezer bag or container & store in freezer for 3-6 months. Thaw before eating.
Recipe Tips
- Cake mix - I recommend Betty Crocker Delights Lemon Cake with pudding in the mix
- Substitute 1 teaspoon lemon zest for the pure lemon extract if you prefer
- Use a hand mixer or stand mixer. You may also mix batter by hand if you prefer
- For larger cookies use 1 tablespoon dough for each cookie dough ball or use a small cookie scoop
- If dough is too sticky to handle, refrigerate for 20-30 minutes before rolling into balls. Rolling in the confectioners sugar will also help with the sticky dough.
- Store in airtight container up to a week
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Yield: 30 cookies
Lemon Cake Mix Cookies: A Delicious and Easy Recipe
Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 15 Min
Lemon cake mix cookies make a sweet, simple dessert. These cookies only require 5 ingredients, and they turn out great every time.
Ingredients
- 1 box Lemon Cake Mix (15.25 ounce)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure lemon extract
- 1/2 cup Confectioners sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl combine 1 box cake mix, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon lemon extract. Using a mixer on medium speed, mix for about 2 minutes
- Measure out 1/2 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball
- Roll the ball in confectioner's sugar until coated and place on a cookie sheet
- Continue rolling the remaining dough into balls and coating with confectioner’s sugar. Place dough rounds on the parchment lined cookie sheet leaving space between each one. Bake in batches or use multiple cookie sheets as needed
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until set. Don’t let them brown. Allow to cool a few minutes before moving to a cooling rack or plate for serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cake mix - I recommend Betty Crocker Delights Lemon Cake with pudding in the mix
- Substitute 1 teaspoon lemon zest for the pure lemon extract if you prefer
- Use a hand mixer or stand mixer. You may also mix by hand if you prefer
- For larger cookies use 1 tablespoon dough for each round or a small cookie scoop
- If dough is too sticky, refrigerate for 20-30 minutes before rolling into balls. Rolling in the confectioners sugar will also help with the sticky dough.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
108.09Fat (grams)
4.43 gSat. Fat (grams)
0.93 gCarbs (grams)
16.22 gFiber (grams)
0.21 gNet carbs
16.02 gSugar (grams)
9.43 gProtein (grams)
1.06 gSodium (milligrams)
130.23 mgCholesterol (grams)
12.4 mgNutrition label disclaimer: Nutrient values are estimates only. Variations may occur due to product availability and food preparation. To obtain the most accurate representation of the nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator. You are solely responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information provided is accurate, complete, and useful.
oh goodness...are you kidding me? LOVE these cookies! I am a bit obsessed with cake mix cookies these days!
ReplyDeleteMe too! Thanks for stopping by, Renee :o)
DeleteYum! Quick send easy! I'm such on a lemon kick!
ReplyDeleteI always seem to get on a lemon quick as soon as Spring is in the air! Every year without fail! Have a great day, Sandra, and thanks for stopping by!
DeleteThese look FANTASTIC!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary! Have a super day and thanks for stopping by!
DeleteDo you think switching out applesauce for oil would work?
ReplyDeleteThat's a good question. To be honest I've never tried subbing applesauce when making a box cake mix, however I have heard that you can, so it might work for the cookies too. Sorry I'm not much help :/ if you give it a try, please let me know how it goes! Thanks!
DeleteI used the recipe on the Supreme Lemon cake mix. My goodness I never realized how much my family would love these. They're fighting over them lol
ReplyDeleteYay! So glad they love them! Thanks for stopping by and making my day :) Happy New Year!
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