Indulge in the delightful explosion of flavors with our Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze. These aren't just cookies; they're a symphony of sweet strawberry balanced with a zingy lemon glaze, all wrapped up in a dough so simple, it practically makes itself. Think of them as a burst of sunshine in every bite! And the best part? You can whip up these healthy and flavorful treats in minutes, making them perfect for those unexpected cravings or a quick family dessert. As a busy parent, I adore these – a little bit of homemade love without the hours in the kitchen!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, Nana Jo, was the queen of effortless elegance in the kitchen. She’d often whip up these Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze whenever we visited her. The sweet strawberry combined with the zesty lemon always filled our hearts. This recipe is my ode to her, a little sunshine-infused taste of her love, easily made and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Strawberry Cake Mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
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For the Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Drop: Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk: While the cookies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth.
- Drizzle: Once the cookies are cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
- Serve: Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving and enjoy your Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze!
Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.1 box Strawberry Cake Mix, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth.1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Once the cookies are cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
- Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving and enjoy your Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze!