When you need a sweet, summery treat that won't blow your macros, our Macro-Friendly Lemon Cookies are an easy fit. These light, fluffy, and sweet cookies utilize the convenience of a boxed cake mix, but add the protein-packed element of Greek yogurt to deliver a lighter, more balanced cookie treat.
I never considered myself to be much of a lemon fan, however, I find myself craving the light, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor more often these days. Our Lemon Cookies are flavored with just enough lemon to satisfy your craving without being over-powering.
Macro Friendly Lemon Cookies
Light, fluffy, and ready in no time, our Macro-Friendly Lemon Cookies are an easy, healthier alternative to traditional cookies and the light, creamy lemon flavor is perfectly crave-worthy.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Electric mixer or whisk
- 1 Rubber spatula
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- 1 cooling rack
- 1 Zester or fine grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 15.25 ounce pkg. lemon cake mix
- ⅔ cup vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, eggs, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, and lemon juice. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to blend everything together until a soft dough forms.
- Once the dough is well mixed, drop rounded spoonfuls of it onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Space the dough about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. Keep an eye on the cookies as they bake and remove them from the oven when they turn golden around the edges.
- Carefully transfer the baked cookies to a cooling rack and let them cool completely. They will be soft when warm but will firm up as they cool.
- Once cooled, the tangy lemon cookies are ready to be enjoyed! Serve them as is or dust them with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
Keep an eye on the baking time, as it may vary depending on your oven and the size of the cookies. Adjust the baking time accordingly to achieve your desired level of softness or crispness.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to prevent them from breaking.
Nutrition information may vary depending on brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20.2gProtein: 3.9gFat: 2.3g
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Is the calories for 22 cookies or for just one cookie?
The calories are for 1 cookie.