The Best Lemon Cake Mix Cookies with Just 4 Ingredients
These Lemon Cake Mix Cookies are a quick and easy treat made with just four ingredients! With a soft, chewy texture and a burst of lemon flavor, they’re the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Mixer optional ,for easier dough mixing, hand or stand mixer
- Wire rack for cooling
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- baking sheet
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 box lemon cake mix 15.25 oz
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest for extra lemon flavor
- Powdered sugar For rolling or dusting
- ½ cup white chocolate chips for a sweet twist
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Baking Tools
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil.
- Stir until the ingredients are fully combined, and the dough is smooth.
- If you’re using optional add-ins like lemon zest or white chocolate chips, gently fold them into the dough.
Step 3: Shape the Dough
- Scoop the dough using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop to ensure evenly sized cookies.
- Roll the dough into balls with your hands. If desired, roll the balls in powdered sugar for a decorative coating.
Step 4: Bake the Cookies
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
