Lemon Cool Whip Delight Cookies
These delightful Lemon Cool Whip Delight Cookies have been cherished by my family for over three decades, especially during the festive Christmas season. Their light, fluffy texture and tangy lemon flavor make them an irresistible treat that everyone loves. What makes this recipe even more special is its simplicity; kids adore getting involved in the kitchen! With only a few ingredients, these cookies come together quickly and are sure to impress both young bakers and seasoned cookie lovers alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them for a sweet snack later!
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lemon cake mix
1 (18 ounce box)
Large egg
1 (beaten)
Cool Whip Whipped Topping
1 (8 ounce container)
Powdered sugar
4 (cups for rolling)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, egg, and Cool Whip. Mix well until the ingredients are fully blended and form a smooth batter.
3
Shape tablespoon-sized amounts of the batter into balls, then roll each ball in powdered sugar until they are generously coated.
4
Place the sugar-coated balls on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the cookies have puffed up.
6
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main flavor of the Lemon Cool Whip Delight Cookies?
The main flavor of these cookies is tangy lemon, derived from the lemon cake mix used in the recipe.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are only 4 ingredients required to make these cookies: lemon cake mix, a large egg, Cool Whip, and powdered sugar.
What size of lemon cake mix box is needed?
The recipe calls for one 18-ounce box of lemon cake mix.
What type of Whipped Topping should I use?
You should use one 8-ounce container of Cool Whip Whipped Topping.
How should the egg be prepared before mixing?
The large egg should be beaten before it is added to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies have a light, fluffy, and soft texture once baked.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How much powdered sugar is used for rolling the cookies?
The recipe suggests using 4 cups of powdered sugar to ensure the cookie balls are generously coated.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies should bake in the oven for approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are slightly golden and they have puffed up.
Should I use parchment paper on the cookie sheet?
Yes, the instructions recommend placing the sugar-coated balls on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet.
How much dough should I use for each cookie ball?
You should shape tablespoon-sized amounts of the batter into balls.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced on the baking sheet?
Space the cookies about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading as they bake.
How long has this recipe been in the family?
This recipe has been cherished by the family for over three decades.
Are these cookies suitable for kids to help with?
Yes, kids adore getting involved in the kitchen with this recipe because it is simple and uses only a few ingredients.
Is this recipe considered a quick treat?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick treat and an easy recipe because the cookies come together very quickly.
When is a good time to serve these cookies?
While they can be enjoyed year-round, they are especially popular during the festive Christmas season.
Should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Yes, let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to allow them to cool completely.
Can I store these cookies for later?
Yes, you can enjoy them fresh or store them for a sweet snack at a later time.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The recipe is tagged with cookies, lemon, christmas cookies, easy recipes, family-friendly, desserts, and quick treats.
Does the recipe provide nutritional information?
The raw data currently shows null values for calories, fat, carbohydrates, and other nutritional metrics.
Is the batter supposed to be smooth?
Yes, you should mix the cake mix, egg, and Cool Whip until the ingredients form a smooth batter.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a dessert, specifically a cookie.
Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
This specific recipe is for Lemon Delight cookies, but the method is common for many 'cake mix' cookie variations.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The exact serving count is not specified, but it uses one full box of cake mix and an 8oz container of Cool Whip.
Do these cookies spread a lot?
They do spread, which is why 2-inch spacing on the cookie sheet is required.
What makes these cookies 'delightful'?
Their light and fluffy texture combined with the tangy lemon flavor makes them a delight to eat.
Is the Cool Whip used as a topping or in the dough?
In this recipe, the Cool Whip is mixed directly into the batter with the cake mix and egg.
Why are they rolled in powdered sugar?
Rolling them in powdered sugar gives them a sweet coating and a beautiful crinkled appearance after baking.