Zesty Lemon Bliss Cookies
Indulge in the refreshing and vibrant flavors of these Zesty Lemon Bliss Cookies. Inspired by the classic lemon drop, this easy recipe combines a lemon cake mix with Cool Whip for a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for lemon lovers and great for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with your afternoon tea. These delightful cookies are rolled in powdered sugar, giving them a sweet finish that complements their tangy flavor. Bake up a batch today and brighten your day with a burst of lemony goodness!
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Servings
50
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
lemon cake mix
1 (18-ounce package)
Cool Whip
2 (cups)
egg
1 (large, beaten)
powdered sugar
as needed (for rolling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, Cool Whip, and egg. Stir gently until the ingredients are well mixed but not overworked, creating a soft dough.
3
Allow the dough to rest for 5 minutes. This helps to enhance the flavors and makes it easier to handle.
4
Using a teaspoon, scoop out small balls of dough and gently roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated.
5
Place the sugar-coated dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have puffed up and the bottoms are lightly golden.
7
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
0.25g
Fat
7.33g
Carbs
0.17g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Lemon Bliss Cookies?
They are soft, cake-like cookies made with lemon cake mix and Cool Whip, known for their refreshing tangy flavor.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires only four ingredients: lemon cake mix, Cool Whip, an egg, and powdered sugar.
What is the primary flavor profile of these cookies?
These cookies feature a vibrant and tangy lemon flavor inspired by classic lemon drops.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What provides the cookies with their soft texture?
The addition of Cool Whip to the lemon cake mix creates a unique, melt-in-your-mouth cake-like texture.
How long should the cookies bake?
The cookies should be baked for 10 to 12 minutes.
Why does the dough need to rest for 5 minutes?
Resting the dough helps enhance the flavors and makes the soft dough easier to handle during the rolling process.
How do you prepare the dough balls?
Scoop small balls of dough using a teaspoon and roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated.
Should the cookie sheet be greased?
No, the instructions specify placing the dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet.
What is the recommended spacing for the cookies on the pan?
The dough balls should be spaced approximately 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
How do you know when the cookies are done baking?
The cookies are done when they have puffed up and the bottoms are lightly golden.
What is the nutritional calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 50 calories.
How much fat is in a single Zesty Lemon Bliss Cookie?
There is 0.25 grams of fat per cookie.
What is the carbohydrate content of these cookies?
Each cookie has 7.33 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each cookie?
The protein content is very low at 0.17 grams per cookie.
What size cake mix is needed for this recipe?
You should use one 18-ounce package of lemon cake mix.
Should the egg be beaten before adding it to the mix?
Yes, the recipe specifies using one large beaten egg.
How much Cool Whip is used?
The recipe requires 2 cups of Cool Whip.
What is the best way to cool the cookies?
Let them cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before moving them to wire racks to finish cooling.
Are these cookies suitable for gatherings?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with afternoon tea.
What kind of sugar is used for the coating?
Powdered sugar is used to give the cookies a sweet, snowy finish.
Can I overwork the dough?
The instructions advise stirring gently until ingredients are mixed but not overworked to maintain the soft texture.
What category of dessert do these fall into?
They are categorized as lemon cookies, drop cookies, and easy cookies.
Is this a quick recipe to make?
Yes, with only 4 ingredients and a 10-12 minute bake time, it is considered a quick dessert.
What is the consistency of the dough?
The dough is soft and should be handled gently after resting.
Do these cookies have a sweet or tangy flavor?
They have a balanced profile of tangy lemon flavor complemented by a sweet powdered sugar finish.
How many cookies does one batch make?
While servings are not specified, the recipe uses a full 18-ounce cake mix and 2 cups of Cool Whip, typically yielding a standard batch.
Can I make these if I am not an experienced baker?
Absolutely, this is an easy, beginner-friendly recipe using a pre-made cake mix.
Are there any tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include baking, sweet treat, quick dessert, and lemon cookies.
What is the unique ingredient in these cookies?
The use of Cool Whip as a primary binder instead of traditional butter or oil is the unique element of this recipe.