Description
These Lemon Cake Box Cookies are a bright and zesty treat, perfect for lemon lovers seeking a quick and easy dessert. Made with a lemon cake mix enhanced by fresh lemon juice and zest, these cookies offer a soft, chewy texture coated with a light dusting of powdered sugar, making them irresistibly delicious with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 box lemon cake mix (15.25 oz)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Coating
- â…“ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir with a spatula until the mixture is uniformly combined and forms a sticky dough.
- Chill the dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up the dough, which will make it easier to handle when forming the cookies.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Shape and coat cookies: Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball. Roll each dough ball generously in powdered sugar until fully coated for a sweet, crackly exterior.
- Bake the cookies: Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet with about 2 inches of space between them. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cookies are set and slightly puffy but not browned.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough.
- Make sure not to overbake; the cookies should remain pale and soft.
- Refrigerating the dough is essential for easier handling and better texture.
- These cookies freeze well; store in an airtight container and thaw at room temperature before serving.
