Lemon cookies.

Wow. You guys, these are amazing. I never really gravitate toward anything lemon-flavored, but these are a game-changer! I saw this recipe from another blogger, Caitlin, and knew I had to try. I modified it slightly, but I think they were a perfect birthday treat for my husband-to-be! Here's all the details:

LEMON COOKIES

Ingredients

• 1 box of lemon cake mix
• 1 box of vanilla cake mix
• 1 egg slightly beaten
• 1/3 cup of vegetable oil (I used avocado oil)
• 2 tablespoons of water
• 1/2 cup crushed pecans (optional)
• 1-2 lemons
• 1/2 cup + 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine 1/2 bag lemon cake mix, 1/2 bag vanilla cake mix, egg, oil and water in your mixer. (Mixture will be dry). Now's the time to chop the pecans and fold them in. With a small scoop, roll dough into small balls and coat with the 1/4 cup of powdered sugar. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 375 for 8-10 minutes, until edges begin to brown. Immediately transfer to cooling rack. 

To make the icing, combine 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, zest from 1 lemon (about a tablespoon), and juice from 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons). Drizzle over cookies once completely cooled. 

Enjoy!