Cake Mix Gooey Butter Lemon Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 package cream cheese
softened, 8 oz
- 1/2 cup butter
softened
- 2 tablespoons finely grated lemon peel
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 box Betty Crocker™ Delights Super Moist™ Lemon Cake Mix
- 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions
- 1
Heat oven to 350°F.
- 2
In large bowl, beat cream cheese, softened butter and lemon peel with electric mixer on medium speed about 1 minute or until well blended; scrape side of bowl. Beat in egg and 2 tablespoons lemon juice until smooth. On low speed, beat in cake mix until blended. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
- 3
Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool on cookie sheet 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 20 minutes.
- 4
In small bowl, beat Glaze ingredients with spoon until smooth and spreadable. If too stiff to spread, add additional lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon at a time. Dip top of each cookie into glaze, letting excess drip off. Place cookie right side up on cooling rack placed over cookie sheet or waxed paper. Let stand about 30 minutes or until set. Store covered in airtight container at room temperature.
Cake Mix Gooey Butter Lemon Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving a delightful citrus treat that's both incredibly easy and irresistibly gooey? These Cake Mix Gooey Butter Lemon Cookies deliver on all fronts, offering a burst of bright lemon flavor with minimal effort. You'll love how quickly these come together to create a truly special dessert.
Why These Cookies Work So Well
The genius of this recipe lies in its clever use of a lemon cake mix as the base, streamlining the baking process without sacrificing flavor or texture. Combining softened cream cheese and butter ensures that signature gooey, tender crumb that makes these cookies so addictive. Plus, a double dose of lemon — from both the cake mix and fresh lemon peel and juice — guarantees a wonderfully vibrant taste.
When you bite into these cookies, you'll experience an incredibly soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture that truly lives up to their "gooey butter" name. Each cookie is infused with bright, zesty lemon, perfectly balanced by a sweet, tangy glaze. These are not overly challenging to make, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels looking for a shortcut to a dazzling dessert.
Customization & Variations
While this recipe shines with its bright lemon profile, you can easily tweak the intensity. For an extra zesty kick, consider adding a touch more finely grated lemon peel to the cookie dough or glaze. If you prefer a milder lemon flavor, you can slightly reduce the amount of lemon juice in the glaze.
Serving & Context
These Cake Mix Gooey Butter Lemon Cookies are ideal for dessert platters, afternoon tea, or simply as a comforting treat with a cup of coffee. They make a welcome addition to potlucks, bake sales, or any occasion where you want to share a taste of sunshine.