Have you ever wanted to bring the vibrant taste of summer into your kitchen with minimal effort? If so, you’re in for a treat!
Our Easy Strawberry Lemonade Cake-Mix Cookies recipe is taking TikTok by storm, and for good reason.
Strawberry Lemonade Cake Mix Cookies
These yummy cookies combine the zesty tang of lemon with the sweet, fruity strawberry lemonade flavor, creating the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Imagine biting into a delicious cookie that captures all the best flavors of a warm summer day.
With just a box of lemon cake mix and a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these easy strawberry lemonade cookies that are sure to become one of your favorite things to bake.
They’re the ideal easy dessert for any occasion, whether you're looking to impress at a family reunion, satisfy the cravings of your hungry boys during summer break, or simply enjoy a treat that elevates your everyday moments to the next level.
This simple recipe takes the classic box of lemon cake mix to new heights, turning it into a batch of cookies that are as delightful to make as they are to eat.
So, grab your ingredients, follow along, and let’s bake some cookies that will surely become a staple in your dessert repertoire!
Here are some more Weight Watcher friendly side dishes and desserts you may like Air Fryer Polenta, Easy Naan Bread , Air Fryer Avocado Fries, 3 Ingredient Cinnamon Muffins and my favorite Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins.
Why make this recipe?
You don't want to miss out on these delicious strawberry lemonade cake cookies!
Weight Watcher friendly - These cake mix strawberry lemonade cookies are only 5 smart points for one tasty cookie.
Since the new Weight Watchers plan is personalized you will have to input the ingredients used into your WW app to get your exact WW personal points.
Easy to Make - Preparing this healthy strawberry lemonade cookie requires only a handful of simple ingredients.
Kid Friendly - Making a homemade strawberry lemonade cake-mix cookie with fresh strawberries is a fantastic kid-friendly recipe that transforms kitchen time into a fun, interactive experience.
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Ingredients needed and substitutions:
1 Box of Lemon Cake Mix - We used Duncan Hines perfectly Moist Lemon Supreme Cake Mix. You can use a box of Strawberry Cake Mix and use both lemon and strawberry dough to make a two tone pink and yellow cookie.
Fresh Strawberries - Diced up fresh strawberries were used for this strawberry lemonade cookie recipe. You could swap the strawberries for raspberries and make a raspberry lemonade cookie.
Greek Yogurt - Plain Greek Yogurt and unsweetened applesauce were used to make these cake cookies extra moist and delicious.
How to Make Strawberry Lemonade Cake-Mix Cookies
1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a Baking sheet with parchment paper.
2: Mix the ingredients - In a large bowl combine the lemon cake mix, melted coconut oil and unsweetened applesauce. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
3: Gently fold in finely chopped strawberries, lemon zest, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice until well combined.
4: Scoop the dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop drop tablespoon sized balls onto the prepared baking sheet spacing them about 2 inches apart.
5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden brown. Be careful not to over bake to keep them soft and moist.
6: Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7: Serve with Cool Whip or Ice Cream..Enjoy!
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Expert Tips and Recipe Variations
- Use Quality Ingredients: Opt for organic cake mix and fresh, high-quality ingredients to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of your cookies.
- Option - Use Freeze-Dried Strawberries: Crush freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder to mix into your dough. This not only adds natural strawberry flavor but also avoids extra moisture from fresh strawberries.
- Lemon Extract: Use a few drops of pure lemon extract to intensify the lemon flavor without adding extra liquid, keeping your cookie dough at the perfect consistency.
- White Chocolate Chips: Fold in white chocolate chips to add a creamy sweetness that complements the tangy lemon flavor and bright strawberry notes.
- Silicone Mat: Bake your cookies on a silicone mat for even heat distribution and easy cleanup. This helps prevent sticking and ensures a perfect bake every time.
- Pink Cookies: Add a few drops of natural food coloring to achieve a beautiful pink hue, making your cookies visually appealing and perfect for special occasions.
- Tangy Lemon Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of lemon extract to create a tangy lemon glaze. Drizzle it over the cooled cookies for an extra zing.
- Fun Sprinkles: Top your cookies with fun sprinkles before baking or immediately after applying the glaze. This adds a festive touch and makes them more enticing, especially for kids.
- Chill the Dough: Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies maintain their shape and prevents excessive spreading.
- Airtight Container: Store your cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft. This prevents them from drying out and maintains their flavor.
- Portion Control: Use a small cookie scoop to portion out the dough evenly. This ensures all cookies bake at the same rate and are uniform in size.
- Watch the Bake Time: Keep a close eye on the cookies while baking. Slightly underbaking them keeps them soft and chewy, but make sure they are set around the edges.
- Top of the Cookies: Press a few extra white chocolate chips or crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top of the cookies before baking for a more attractive presentation.
- Powdered Sugar: Lightly dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a delicate finish that enhances the sweetness and presentation.
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This Weight Watchers friendly light strawberry lemonade cake-mix cookie recipe is 5 Points on my Weight Watchers points app for one delicious cookie.
Weight Watchers has a new individualized program right now to make it easier to enjoy the foods you love and still lose weight.
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Easy Strawberry Lemonade Cake-Mix Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 25 Minutes
- Yield: 24 Cookies 1x
- Diet: Low Calorie
Description
Have you ever wanted to bring the vibrant taste of summer into your kitchen with minimal effort? If so, you’re in for a treat! Our Easy Strawberry Lemonade Cake-Mix Cookies recipe is taking TikTok by storm, and for good reason.
Ingredients
- 1 Box of Lemon Cake Mix
- ¼ cup of Coconut Oil Melted
- ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- 1 cup of Fresh Strawberries Finely Chopped
- 1 Teaspoon of Lemon Zest
- ¼ cup of Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a Baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the ingredients - In a large bowl combine the lemon cake mix, melted coconut oil and unsweetened applesauce. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Gently fold in finely chopped strawberries, lemon zest, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Scoop the dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop drop tablespoon sized balls onto the prepared baking sheet spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden brown. Be careful not to over bake to keep them soft and moist.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve with Cool Whip or Ice Cream..Enjoy!
Notes
- Use Quality Ingredients: Opt for organic cake mix and fresh, high-quality ingredients to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of your cookies.
- Option - Use Freeze-Dried Strawberries: Crush freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder to mix into your dough. This not only adds natural strawberry flavor but also avoids extra moisture from fresh strawberries.
- Lemon Extract: Use a few drops of pure lemon extract to intensify the lemon flavor without adding extra liquid, keeping your cookie dough at the perfect consistency.
- White Chocolate Chips: Fold in white chocolate chips to add a creamy sweetness that complements the tangy lemon flavor and bright strawberry notes.
- Silicone Mat: Bake your cookies on a silicone mat for even heat distribution and easy cleanup. This helps prevent sticking and ensures a perfect bake every time.
- Pink Cookies: Add a few drops of natural food coloring to achieve a beautiful pink hue, making your cookies visually appealing and perfect for special occasions.
- Tangy Lemon Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of lemon extract to create a tangy lemon glaze. Drizzle it over the cooled cookies for an extra zing.
- Fun Sprinkles: Top your cookies with fun sprinkles before baking or immediately after applying the glaze. This adds a festive touch and makes them more enticing, especially for kids.
- Chill the Dough: Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies maintain their shape and prevents excessive spreading.
- Airtight Container: Store your cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft. This prevents them from drying out and maintains their flavor.
- Portion Control: Use a small cookie scoop to portion out the dough evenly. This ensures all cookies bake at the same rate and are uniform in size.
- Watch the Bake Time: Keep a close eye on the cookies while baking. Slightly underbaking them keeps them soft and chewy, but make sure they are set around the edges.
- Top of the Cookies: Press a few extra white chocolate chips or crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top of the cookies before baking for a more attractive presentation.
- Powdered Sugar: Lightly dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a delicate finish that enhances the sweetness and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 15 Minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1.7 g
- Sodium: 13.3 mg
- Fat: 2.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.7 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Cholesterol: 0.4 mg
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