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Lemon Snowflakes Recipe

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Lemon Snowflakes are soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies made from a simple lemon cake mix combined with whipped topping and an egg. Rolled in confectioners’ sugar and baked to perfection, these cookies have a tender crumb and a delicate lemon flavor with a crackled sugary top, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 package lemon cake mix (regular size, about 15.25 ounces)
  • 2–1/4 cups whipped topping (such as Cool Whip, thawed)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Confectioners’ sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
  2. Mix Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, whipped topping, and the large egg. Stir or whisk the ingredients together until thoroughly blended. The batter will be very sticky and soft, which is expected.
  3. Coat with Sugar: Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the sticky batter into a bowl of confectioners’ sugar. Roll each drop lightly in the sugar to coat the outside evenly, which will give the cookies their snowy, crackled appearance.
  4. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the sugared dough balls on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
  5. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and the tops have crackled.
  6. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely before serving. This helps the cookies set and avoids sogginess.

Notes

  • The batter is very sticky, so using a spoon and rolling in confectioners’ sugar helps shape the cookies easily.
  • Use room temperature egg to ensure better mixing and texture.
  • Do not grease the baking sheet; it helps the cookies develop their signature crackled look.
  • These cookies have a soft, tender texture and a fresh lemon flavor ideal for spring or summer gatherings.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Keywords: lemon snowflakes, lemon cookies, cake mix cookies, crackled cookies, easy lemon dessert, whipped topping cookies

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