These simple Lemon Crinkle Cookies are sunshine on a plate! Soft, chewy, and full of bright citrus flavor, these are yummy spring cookies.
Sunshine on a plate. That's how We always describe these lemon crinkle cookies, and there's no better description that We've found in the two decades since We first started making these delightful citrusy cookies.
We love making crinkle cookies like these strawberry crinkle cookies and these matcha crinkle cookies. And these lemon crinkle cookies are simply as simple and super tasty!
Bright lemon flavor. Classic crinkle effect. A dusting of sweet powdered sugar. These cookies are not simply tasty, they are also so simple to make!
Why you'll love this simple lemon cookie recipe!
- It's simple to make with simply a few basic baking steps.
- You simply need a few simple ingredients that are simple to find in any grocery store.
- Boxed lemon cake mix makes these cookies a cinch!
- Big lemon flavors and a classic crinkle cookie topping.
✅ Step-by-Step Instructions
Below is a simplified overview of the instructions. Here are a few step-by-step photos.
You'll find the full list of ingredients along with measurements, and more detailed instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Mix all of the ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Form a disc, wrap, and refrigerate.
- Scoop out dough and roll into dough balls.
- Roll each dough ball into the powdered sugar.
- Bake.
Lemon Cookie FAQs
Do We have to chill the lemon crinkle cookie dough?Yes: the batter will be soft, so you'll need to refrigerate the dough to help the ingredients incorporate well and also become firm enough to shape into dough balls.
Why didn't the cookies have the crinkle effect?This can happen if you overmix the dough. Your cookie tops may also not get the crackle effect if the dough did not chill for long enough.
What's the best way to store these lemon cookies?Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Simple Lemon Crinkle Cookies
By Marlynn Schotland Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 9 mins Total Time: 19 mins Servings: 24 cookies These lovely lemon crinkle cookies are simple to make and fun to eat!Ingredients
- 1 box of your favorite lemon cake mix, 18.25 ounce box
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil, or vegetable oil
- 1 Tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- powdered sugar, about 1/3 cup; simply enough to roll the cookies in
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, eggs, oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Don't over-mix! Simply mix until all ingredients are happily blended together.
- Form dough into a disc shape and wrap either with wax paper or plastic wrap, then refrigerate for 30-40 minutes.
- Place about 1/3 cup sugar into a shallow bowl and set aside.
- Remove dough from the refrigerator and form tablespoon-size balls.
- Roll each ball into the powdered sugar to lightly coat, then place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or a SilPat.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 7-9 minutes, until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly browned.
- Let cool on a cookie rack for 5 minutes before eating.
- Repeat steps 1-8 to make another batch once you realize you've somehow eaten the entire first batch in one sitting. (No judgment here, friends!)
Notes
adapted from All Recipes (http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Simple-Lemon-Cookies/Detail.aspx)Nutrition
Calories: 110 kcal, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5 g, Trans Fat: 0.1 g, Cholesterol: 14 mg, Sodium: 162 mg, Potassium: 16 mg, Fiber: 0.3 g, Sugar: 9 g, Vitamin A: 20 IU, Vitamin C: 1 mg, Calcium: 48 mg, Iron: 1 mgNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
