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Easy Lemon Crinkle Cookies Recipe – Soft, Chewy & Delicious

Easy Lemon Crinkle Cookies

These lemon crinkle cookies are the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and chewy. Made with simple ingredients like cake mix and pudding mix, these cookies come together quickly and effortlessly. Whether you’re craving a bright citrus treat or need an easy dessert for a gathering, this recipe is a must-try!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Quick & Easy: No chilling required – ready in under 30 minutes!
✔️ Soft & Chewy Texture: The pudding mix keeps them moist and delicious.
✔️ Bright Lemon Flavor: Fresh lemon juice and zest enhance the citrus taste.
✔️ Minimal Ingredients: Uses pantry staples for convenience.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

IngredientQuantity
Lemon cake mix1 box (15.25 oz)
Instant lemon pudding mix1 box (3.4 oz)
Large eggs2
Vegetable oil¼ cup
Fresh lemon juice¼ cup
Lemon zest2 teaspoons
Pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon
Confectioners’ sugar⅓ cup

💡 Pro Tip: Even though the cake mix and pudding mix provide lemon flavor, fresh lemon juice and zest add an extra zing that makes all the difference!

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine:
Lemon cake mix
Lemon pudding mix
Eggs
Vegetable oil
Lemon juice & zest
Vanilla extract

Use an electric mixer to blend until a smooth, sticky dough forms.

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Step 3: Roll in Powdered Sugar

  1. Place confectioners’ sugar in a shallow bowl.
  2. Use a medium cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) to portion the dough.
  3. Roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar to coat completely.
  4. Lightly shape the dough into balls with your hands.

Step 4: Bake

  1. Arrange dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers appear slightly underbaked.
  3. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Storage Tips

Storage MethodDuration
Room TemperatureUp to 3 days in an airtight container
FreezerUp to 3 months in a sealed bag

💡 Freezing Tip: Freeze baked cookies or raw dough balls. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 extra minutes to the baking time.

More Crinkle Cookie Variations

If you love these lemon crinkle cookies, try these other delicious flavors:

🥛 Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – Classic, fudgy, and irresistible.
❤️ Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies – Perfect for Valentine’s Day!
☘️ St. Patrick’s Day Crinkle Cookies – A festive green twist.
🎄 Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies – A holiday favorite.

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Easy Lemon Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Recipe Summary

🕒 Total Time: 19 minutes | 🍪 Servings: 18 cookies | 🔥 Oven Temperature: 375°F

Nutritional Info (per cookie)
Calories: 160 kcal
Carbs: 31g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 4g
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 243mg

These Easy Lemon Crinkle Cookies are the ultimate treat when you want something quick, delicious, and full of citrusy goodness. Whether for a party, afternoon snack, or a sweet pick-me-up, this recipe will become a favorite in no time. Enjoy! 🍋💕

Would you like more easy dessert recipes? Let me know in the comments! 😊

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