Delicious Lemon Gooey Butter Cookies are a tangy and sweet treat that melt in your mouth. They have a soft and chewy texture with a burst of refreshing lemon flavor. Here's a recipe to make these delightful cookies:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g) unsalted butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces or 226g) cream cheese, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 box (18.25 ounces or 517g) lemon cake mix
1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, for rolling
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
3. Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter and cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
4. Gradually add the lemon cake mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky.
5. Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl or plate.
6. Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls. Roll each ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
7. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
8. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, your Delicious Lemon Gooey Butter Cookies are ready to be enjoyed!
These cookies are bursting with lemon flavor and have a delightful gooey texture on the inside. They are perfect for lemon lovers and make a great addition to any dessert table or tea party. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature, and they should stay fresh for several days. Enjoy!
