Cake Mix Lemon Pecan Cookies Recipe

These outrageously delicious Lemon Pecan Cookies are unbelievably easy to make! Using your favorite cake mix as a base, this recipe whips up a batch of melt-in-your-mouth cookies in minutes. Perfect for a bake sale, potluck, or satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite. Try different cake mix flavors for endless variations!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 132 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cake Mix Lemon Pecan Cookies

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How to Make Cake Mix Lemon Pecan Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon lemon extract and ½ cup milk.
  4. Gradually add 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix and 1 cup chopped pecans. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Gently press down on each ball with a fork to create a criss-cross pattern.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

11g

Carbs

6g