Indulge in Sweet Bliss: Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies with a Zesty Lemon Glaze
Craving a treat that's quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze. These delightful cookies are incredibly easy to make, surprisingly light, and infused with the perfect blend of sweet strawberry and tangy lemon. As a busy parent, I'm always searching for simple recipes that don't compromise on taste, and these cookies have become a family favorite! One bite and you'll be hooked!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandma used to make the most amazing strawberry shortcakes every summer. This recipe is inspired by her love of fresh strawberries and the simple joys of home baking. It's a little twist on a classic, taking the comforting flavor of strawberry cake and transforming it into a convenient, delightful cookie with a bright lemon finish. Each bite brings back memories of sunny afternoons and the aroma of freshly baked goods, a tradition I want to pass down through these delightful cookies.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need to create these delectable cookies:
Cookies:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Strawberry Cake Mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Lemon Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for extra zestiness!)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
Follow these simple instructions to bake your own batch of Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze:
- Preheat: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Scoop: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- 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.
- Prepare Glaze: While the cookies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until you reach a smooth, drizzling consistency. Add lemon zest if desired.
- Glaze: Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over each cookie.
- Set: Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving and enjoy our Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze!
Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until a smooth dough forms.1 box Strawberry Cake Mix, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- 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 and lemon juice in a small bowl until you reach a smooth, drizzling consistency. Add lemon zest if desired.1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over each cookie.
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving and enjoy our Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies Lemon Glaze!