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Best Easy Lemon Cookies – Quick, Sweet, and Full of Flavor!


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  • Author: Clara
  • Total Time: 19 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Description

Brighten your day with these Easy Lemon Cookies! Bursting with zesty lemon flavor and a soft, chewy texture, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, they’re quick to make and even quicker to disappear!


Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 (15.25-ounce) package lemon cake mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract

For Decoration:

  • ⅓ cup confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased.
  • Mix the Dough:
    • In a large bowl, combine lemon cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and lemon extract.
    • Stir until a thick, smooth dough forms.
  • Roll the Dough Balls:
    • Use a teaspoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the dough. Roll each portion into a ball.
    • Coat each dough ball in confectioners’ sugar until fully covered.
  • Bake the Cookies:
    • Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake for 6-9 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are crinkled.
  • Cool and Serve:
    • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
    • Serve with milk, tea, or lemonade and enjoy!

Notes

  • Avoid Overbaking: Remove the cookies from the oven when the centers are slightly soft; they will firm up as they cool.
  • Chill Sticky Dough: If the dough is too sticky to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  • Customizable: Add-ins like white chocolate chips or coconut flakes can enhance the flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 9 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American