Lemon Cookies Recipe (2024)

I didn’t like lemon cookies when I was a kid. Boy was I stupid! They are amazing and now are among my favorites. These lemon cookies are soft and covered with a delicious lemon glaze. You have to try these.

I shared this recipe last year with Lil’ Luna and felt it needed to be shared again. This recipe came from a friend of mine who volunteers at camp. She is a nurse, she bakes and sews. Don’t you love her already? Anyway, let’s get to the recipe.

Supplies for Lemon Cookies:

One box of lemon cake mix
2 eggs
1/3 cup of oil

Lemon Glaze:

4 cups of confectioners’ sugar
3 tablespoons of oil
1/3 cups of fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons of water
zest from one lemon

For the cookies, mix the cake mix, eggs, and oil.
Then, roll them into even balls and place them on a cookie sheet. I love using my Silpat for these. Bake at 350 degrees for 6-7 minutes. Oven times may vary so keep an eye on them.

I like my cookies soft so I remove them from the oven before they start turning brown on the bottom. They are round and will settle and become flat as they cool. If you like them brown on the bottom, then leave them in for a little longer but, watch them closely.

Cool the gorgeous lemon cookies on a wire rack that has been placed on a baking sheet covered in parchment paper. Once the cookies are cool, mix the lemon glaze and pour over the cookies. I like to repeat this process so the glaze is a little thicker.

Store the leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

I have added these cookies to my summer cookie list and to my holiday cookie list. They are so good I want to enjoy them all year and I hope you do as well.

More Lemon Recipes:

Blueberry LemonadeLemon Crinkle Cookies
Make Simple Lemon Cookies in 2 Easy Steps

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20 comments

1. 

   The Partiologist —August 19, 2013 @ 6:53 am Reply

   LEMON??? Oh how I love lemon, and lemon cookies with a drizzle – oh yea!!

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     Lisa —August 21, 2013 @ 7:39 pm Reply

     Yes, yes, yes!! LEMON!!!!

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   Sue {Munchkin Munchies} —August 19, 2013 @ 9:42 am Reply

   That glaze looks so yummy! I’m drooling:)

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 8:04 pm Reply

     I licked the bowl Sue and I am not sorry I did! The glaze is SO GOOD!!!!! lol

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3. 

   D.J. —August 19, 2013 @ 7:21 pm Reply

   Oh my goodness! These sound sooo delicious. Lemon is one of my favorite flavors. I bet these would also be wonderful with two put together and cream cheese frosting in the middle like moon pies…. double the lemon, double the pleasure, right? haaaa.. Can’t wait to try these.

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 8:03 pm Reply

     That is a great idea D.J. The next time I make them I will try it. Alan took them to work with him and they are all gone. I guess I will have to make more. Awe Shucks! 😉 LOL

4. 

   Dotty —August 19, 2013 @ 7:26 pm Reply

   Lisa, I’ve made these a few times since you last shared them. I adore them (as did everyone else)!

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 8:01 pm Reply

     I am so glad to hear that Dotty! They are so easy!

5. 

   Aida —August 19, 2013 @ 8:22 pm Reply

   These look delicious! I love any lemon dessert, and ones with lemon glaze are even better!

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 8:01 pm Reply

     I love this glaze! Let me know what you think of it!!

6. 

   Asmita —August 19, 2013 @ 9:52 pm Reply

   Wow,
   I love lemon and these cookies would be perfect with a cup of hot “Chai”. I love that they are so easy to make too. Cannot wait to try these!

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 8:00 pm Reply

     Yes! Hot “Chai” would be great with these! Thanks for the suggestion! I wonder if Starbucks will get made if I bring my own cookies! LOL

7. 

   Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie —August 20, 2013 @ 8:08 am Reply

   Oh, I love lemon so much! These sound (and look!) delicious, Lisa 🙂

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     Lisa —August 21, 2013 @ 7:38 pm Reply

     I think you will like them Jennifer. 🙂

8. 

   Carrie's Creations —August 20, 2013 @ 9:58 am Reply

   Mmmm lemon is my favorite!!

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 7:52 pm Reply

     I love lemons too Carrie! Especially when they are mixed with sugary goodness! LOL

9. 

   Mike @ Semi Sweet —August 20, 2013 @ 10:25 am Reply

   These cookies look mouth-watering delicious! Also, when I clicked on the previous Lil’ Luna post, I couldn’t help but notice how your photography has improved in just a year’s time. (Not that they were bad at all before!) You’re a super-talented photographer and this post really showcases your growth behind the lens. Your skills are so inspiring, Lisa!

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     Lisa —August 20, 2013 @ 7:51 pm Reply

     Thank you so much Mike! That really means a lot to me. My photography goal is to enjoy the journey and improve a little each day.

10. 

    bahar —December 3, 2013 @ 2:50 pm Reply

    how much does it weight 1/3 cup of oil and4 cups of confectioners’ sugar andOne box of lemon cake mix ?

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      Lisa —December 4, 2013 @ 6:48 am Reply

      Hi Bahar,

      4 Cups of Confectioners Sugar weighs 1 pound.
      1/3 cup of oil weighs 65 g.
      Hope this helps 😉

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