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Lemon Cookies Recipe Cake Mix: 5 Easy Steps for Zesty Treats

Lemon Cookies Recipe Cake Mix: 5 Easy Steps for Zesty Treats

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly soft—these lemon cookies are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy. Made effortlessly using a lemon cake mix, they’re a delightful treat that brings sunshine to any day. Whether you’re craving a quick dessert or need a crowd-pleaser for gatherings, this lemon cookies recipe cake mix delivers every time.​

Ingredients

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir until a soft dough forms.

  3. Chill the Dough: For easier handling, refrigerate the dough for about 15-20 minutes.I Heart Naptime

  4. Form Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form 1-inch balls of dough. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until fully coated.

  5. Bake: Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have a crinkled appearance.

  6. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.