Cake Mix Gooey Butter Lemon Cookies 🍋🍪
These ultra-soft, tangy-sweet cookies are made with lemon cake mix for an easy yet irresistible treat! Topped with a zesty lemon glaze, they’re like sunshine in every bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Bake Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
Yield: ~24 cookies
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
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1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 tbsp finely grated lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
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1 large egg
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 (15.25 oz) box Betty Crocker™ Lemon Cake Mix
For the Glaze:
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1¾ cups powdered sugar
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3–4 tbsp fresh lemon juice (adjust for thickness)
Instructions
1. Make the Cookie Dough:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and lemon zest until smooth.
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Mix in egg and lemon juice.
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Gradually add cake mix, stirring until just combined (dough will be thick and sticky).
2. Bake:
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Drop dough by 1.5-tbsp scoops onto baking sheets (space 2″ apart).
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Bake 9–11 mins until edges are set but centers are still soft.
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Let cool on sheets for 2 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.
3. Glaze:
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Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
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Let glaze set 15 mins before serving.
🍋 Pro Tips
✔ Extra lemon punch? Add ½ tsp lemon extract to the dough.
✔ Softer cookies? Underbake slightly (they firm up as they cool).
✔ Storage: Keep airtight for up to 3 days (glaze may soften over time).
Why You’ll Love These:
✅ 5-minute prep with cake mix!
✅ Gooey centers with crisp edges.
✅ Perfect for spring/summer (or anytime you need a citrus boost).
Warning: Highly addictive—you’ll want to double the batch! 😉
Thoughts? Would you try these with lime or orange zest instead? Let me know! 👇
