Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies with Strawberry Lemon Glaze
Ingredients:
1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
2 large eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Lemon Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon strawberry jam or puree
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (more as needed)
Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for added tang)
Directions:
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well incorporated and a thick dough forms.
Shape the Cookies:
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Slightly flatten the tops with your hand or the back of a spoon.
Bake the Cookies:
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberry Lemon Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, strawberry jam or puree, and lemon juice. Add more lemon juice if needed to reach a smooth, drizzling consistency.
For extra lemony flavor, add the lemon zest to the glaze and mix well.
Glaze the Cookies:
Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the strawberry lemon glaze over the tops of the cookies using a spoon or a piping bag.
Allow the glaze to set for about 10-15 minutes.
Serve:
Enjoy the cookies as a bright, sweet treat with a tangy kick from the lemon glaze. Perfect for a spring or summer dessert!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: Approx. 140 kcal per cookie | Servings: About 20 cookies