Lemon Cookies From Busy Mom's Cookbook

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around the search for lemon cookie recipes, particularly from the Busy Mom's Cookbook, and includes various personal experiences and suggestions related to lemon-flavored cookies. Participants share their thoughts on different recipes, baking techniques, and the use of specific products.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about a lemon cookie recipe from Busy Mom's Cookbook, specifically mentioning a lemon cake mix.
  • Another participant notes that there is no specific lemon cookie recipe in the Busy Mom's or Food, Family and Friends cookbooks, but mentions a lemon sugar cookie variation.
  • One participant shares that they have used a recipe from the side of Duncan Hines lemon cake mixes and plans to post it later.
  • A participant references a similar recipe found on Allrecipes for Easy Lemon Cake Cookies with Icing.
  • One participant expresses appreciation for lemon-flavored treats, noting their kids enjoy them.
  • Another participant mentions being out of lemon cake mixes but highlights the ease of making cookies with Pillsbury mixes.
  • A participant shares a detailed recipe for "Powdered Sunshine Kisses," including ingredients and directions.
  • Several participants discuss baking techniques using a Large Bar Pan, including concerns about cooling times and the effectiveness of subsequent batches.
  • One participant questions the need to preheat stoneware, while another clarifies that it is not necessary but can be done with caution.
  • One participant mentions Lemon Drop cookies from a new dessert cookbook, describing them as "a little taste of heaven" and offers to share the recipe.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the necessity of cooling the baking stone between batches and the preheating of stoneware. No clear consensus emerges on these baking techniques.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and recipes related to lemon cookies, reflecting a variety of baking practices and preferences within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in lemon cookie recipes and baking techniques may find the shared experiences and suggestions relevant.

quiverfull7
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I think there was a cookbook a long time ago with a recipe for
Lemon Cookes that used a Lemon cake mix, lemon zest etc.
Does anyone have that recipe and if so, could you post it here?
TIA
 
Sorry, I just checked and there is nothing like that in Busy Mom's or Food, Family and Friends - there is a lemon sugar cookie but it is just a sugar cookie with lemon added.
 
On the side of some of the lemon cake mixes, Duncan Hines I believe, there is a recipe that I've used for sometime. When I get home tomorrow I will post it.

Carol
 
I've made a similar recipe to this one...
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Easy-Lemon-Cake-Cookies-with-Icing/Detail.aspx
 
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Thanks everyone! I appreciate this! My kids love lemon anything and it's always a refreshing taste. Thanks!
 
I'm out of Lemon Cake Mixes but it is on the side of the Pillsbury mixes. It's easy to make and very good.
 
Powdered Sunshine Kisses
Ingredients:
1 package (18-19 ounces) lemon cake mix
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup vegetable oil

2 tablespoons water
1/3 cup pecans, chopped
Powdered sugar
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine cake mix, egg, oil, and water in Classic Batter Bowl; stir with Mix 'N Scraper® until thoroughly combined. Mixture will be slightly dry.
2. Chop nuts with Food Chopper. Transfer nuts to Batter Bowl using Handy Scraper; mix well. Using Small Scoop drop level scoops of dough 2 inches apart onto flat Baking Stone.
3. Bake 13 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 3 minutes on Baking Stone; remove to Stackable Cooling Rack. Repeat with remaining dough. Cool completely. Fill Flour/Sugar Shaker with powdered sugar. Sprinkle cookies with powdered sugar.
Yield: 3 dozen
 
I've never baked cookies on my single Large Bar Pan ... so tell me, after baking the initial batch, letting them cool on the rack for 3-5 minutes, then letting the bar pan cool down completely (to room temp), is the cookie dough still fresh enough to give the cookies a lift in the oven? Seems like baking multiple batches on a single bar pan is time intensive and wonder if the last batch baked is as successful as the first batch?
 
RMDave said:
I've never baked cookies on my single Large Bar Pan ... so tell me, after baking the initial batch, letting them cool on the rack for 3-5 minutes, then letting the bar pan cool down completely (to room temp), is the cookie dough still fresh enough to give the cookies a lift in the oven? Seems like baking multiple batches on a single bar pan is time intensive and wonder if the last batch baked is as successful as the first batch?

I use a couple sheets of parchment paper - when I take one batch out of the oven, I slide them off the bar pan, and onto a rack, then slide the next batch (already on the parchment) onto the bar pan, and pop it back in the oven. The first batch, you have to bake a couple minutes longer, but with the next batches, because the stone is already heated, you bake for the set amount of time on the recipe.

Not sure why you think you have to let it cool back to room temp?
 
I don't think the recipe refers to cooling the LBP before the next batch. I think it refers to cooling the cookies completely before sprinkling them with powdered sugar. I never cool my stone between batches of cookies. The only difference is that the subsequent batches will be done a minute or two faster than the first (since the stone is already hot).
 
I thought we weren't supposed to ever preheat any of the stoneware. I'll give it a try and if the barpan cracks, I'll tell the nice people at the Solution Center to talk with you folks <g>
 
Have you made the Lemon Drop cookies from the new dessert cookbook?? :) The daughter calls them "a little taste of heaven". :) SOOOO YUMMY!!! I can post the recipe if you need it. And they are pretty easy to make.
 
cookingwithdot said:
Have you made the Lemon Drop cookies from the new dessert cookbook?? :) The daughter calls them "a little taste of heaven". :) SOOOO YUMMY!!! I can post the recipe if you need it. And they are pretty easy to make.

Post away. Thanks so much, Dot!
 
rinakay said:
Using Small Scoop drop level scoops of dough 2 inches apart onto flat Baking Stone.

Drat, I only have the baking stones with the large humps in the middle. And here I wanted to make these cookies in the morning.

:(
 
RMDave said:
I thought we weren't supposed to ever preheat any of the stoneware. I'll give it a try and if the barpan cracks, I'll tell the nice people at the Solution Center to talk with you folks <g>

There isn't anything that says we're not supposed to pre-heat the stones. It's just not necessary to do so for them to work properly. What you have to watch out for is extreme temperature changes. That's why you don't want to put something frozen directly in the oven (except pre-cooked items like nuggets and fries). Putting room temperature cookie dough on a stone that's been in the oven isn't going to be a drastic enough temperature change (especially if you cover the stone evenly) to cause thermal shock.
 
Thanks Noora for straightening me out.(Not in that way) :)
 
RMDave said:
Thanks Noora for straightening me out.

(Not in that way) :)

I wouldn't expect to be able to ;)
 
Well as long as you don't have false expectations, all will be well LOL
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ingredients needed for the Lemon Cookies from Busy Mom's Cookbook?

The main ingredients for the Lemon Cookies include all-purpose flour, sugar, butter, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. These simple ingredients come together to create a deliciously tangy cookie.

How long does it take to prepare and bake the Lemon Cookies?

The preparation time for the Lemon Cookies is approximately 15 minutes, and the baking time is around 10-12 minutes. Overall, you can have fresh cookies ready in about 30 minutes!

Can I substitute any ingredients in the Lemon Cookies recipe?

How should I store the Lemon Cookies to keep them fresh?

To keep the Lemon Cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the cookies for up to three months. Just make sure to separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Can I make Lemon Cookies ahead of time for a party or gathering?

Absolutely! You can make the Lemon Cookies ahead of time. Bake them and let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. You can also prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate it for up to 3 days before baking.

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