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Lemon Cookies Recipe

Soft and chewy lemon cookies made from cake mix. Quick, easy, and full of bright citrus flavor, perfect for last-minute cravings or simple sweet treats.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 36
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

  • Lemon Cake Mix: 1 15.25 ounce package
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Vegetable Oil: ⅓ cup
  • Lemon Extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Confectioners' Sugar: ⅓ cup for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl: Big enough for everything
  • Spoon or Spatula: For mixing and scooping
  • Baking Sheet: No need to grease
  • Oven: Preferably preheated this time

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Try to remember this before mixing everything like I didn’t.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and lemon extract. Stir until smooth.
  3. Prepare Sugar Coating: Place confectioners’ sugar in a separate bowl.
  4. Shape the Dough: Scoop small teaspoon-sized portions of dough.
  5. Coat in Sugar: Roll each piece in powdered sugar until lightly covered.
  6. Place on Baking Sheet: Set cookies about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake: Bake for 6–9 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Cool Slightly: Let them sit for a few minutes before moving them.
  9. Serve: Eat immediately… or pretend you’ll share.