Lemon Cool Whip Cookies

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    24

  • Calories

    115 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Lemon Cool Whip Cookies

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Lemon Cool Whip Cookies use lemon cake mix, Cool Whip, and an egg to form a light, fluffy dough coated in powdered sugar before baking briefly. The cookies come out tender with a subtle lemon flavor and soft texture, lightly golden at the edges. They require minimal preparation and deliver a gentle citrus sweetness without dense crumb, suited for quick lemon-flavored treats.

Description

The cookie dough combines boxed lemon cake mix with Cool Whip and a single egg, resulting in a very fluffy batter that feels lighter than traditional cookie dough. The dough is portioned into small balls, then rolled in powdered sugar to create a sweet coating that contrasts the soft interior. Baking at 350°F for about 8 minutes sets the cookies just enough to hold their shape while maintaining tenderness.

The lemon flavor is derived from the pre-mixed cake mix, providing consistent citrus notes. The Cool Whip contributes moisture and a subtle creamy texture, keeping the cookies soft instead of crunchy or chewy. This method skips creaming butter or making dough from scratch, relying on convenience while producing tender results.

Cookies are best enjoyed within a day or two of baking to preserve softness. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature. The recipe allows cake mix substitution for different flavors, offering versatility with minimal changes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 box lemon cake mix
  • (1) 8 oz. Cool Whip tub
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 - 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Spray Cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, cool whip and egg. The mix will be VERY fluffy. Just keep mixing until well combined.
  3. Use a small cookie scoop or two spoons to drop rounded cookie dough into powdered sugar. Roll dough ball until completely covered. Set cookies on cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  4. Bake at 350F for 8 minutes or until very lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on the cookie sheet for a couple of minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
  5. Store at room temperature in airtight container. These are best eaten within a day or two of baking.

Notes

  • You can substitute the boxed lemon cake mix with any other boxed cake mix for a different cookie flavor.
  • Store cookies at room temperature in an airtight container and consume within 1-2 days for best texture.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 115kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Cholesterol 8mg (3%) Sodium 166mg (7%) Potassium 22mg (0%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 25IU (1%) Calcium 57mg (6%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 115 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 115kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 166mg 7%
Potassium 22mg 0%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 25IU 1%
Calcium 57mg 6%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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