Name: Lemon Snowflake Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 57 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 1 box lemon cake mix; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 cup whipped topping; 1 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Lemon Snowflake Cookies

Soft and chewy lemon snowflake cookies rolled in powdered sugar for a snowy finish. Quick, simple, and full of flavor.

There is something about lemon desserts that always feels refreshing. I wanted a cookie that was light, full of flavor, and simple enough to whip up in a short time. Lemon Snowflakes are exactly that. They brighten the table with their sunny look and have a flavor that balances sweet and tart in every bite.

When I baked these, the smell filled the kitchen and pulled everyone in before they were even out of the oven. My family loved the soft, chewy center paired with the delicate crackled coating. They said these were the kind of cookies that you keep reaching for without thinking. They disappeared faster than I expected.

I like recipes that do not overcomplicate things but still deliver on taste. These cookies are easy to mix together and bake in no time. They look beautiful with their snow dusted finish, yet they do not take much effort. They have already become a favorite in my home and I know they will in yours too.

Questions You May Have About This Recipe

Do I need fresh lemons or bottled juice?
Fresh lemon juice and zest give the best flavor.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, they stay soft for up to three days in a sealed container.

Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, freeze rolled balls of dough and bake from frozen, adding a minute or two to the time.

Do these spread much?
They spread a little, so leave space between them on the tray.

What makes them look like snowflakes?
Rolling them in powdered sugar before baking gives the crackled snow like look.

What You Need to Make Lemon Snowflake Cookies

1 box lemon cake mix

1 egg

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 cup whipped topping

1 cup powdered sugar for rolling

How to Make Lemon Snowflake Cookies

Preheat oven to 180C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Mix cake mix, egg, lemon juice, and whipped topping until smooth.

Chill the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.

Scoop small amounts and roll into balls.

Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat.

Place on the tray with space between each.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until set but soft in the center.

Cool on the tray before moving to a rack.

Tips

Do not overbake, they should stay soft.

Extra lemon zest in the dough makes the flavor stronger.

If your sugar coating melts too much, roll them twice for a thicker look.

Reader Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “So easy and so tasty. My grandchildren loved them.” Brenda H.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I added extra zest and they turned out perfect. Will bake again.” Robert C.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “These were the hit of our bake sale. Everyone wanted the recipe.” Denise L.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Light and chewy with a fresh lemon flavor. A keeper.” Margaret P.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Good recipe, though I would chill the dough longer. Tasty result.” Alan R.

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