Description
Craving something bright, soft, and irresistibly indulgent? These Lemon Gooey Butter Cookies are the sunshine of your dessert table! With their fluffy texture, gooey cream cheese center, and zesty citrus flavor, they’re the perfect answer to your sweet tooth. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast treats, healthy snack alternatives, or fresh baking ideas, this easy recipe will become a new favorite in your kitchen. They’re ideal for spring brunches, lunchbox surprises, or just because—it’s hard to resist their cheerful charm. So soft, so sweet, and kissed with lemon zest, they’re a bite of happiness in cookie form.
Ingredients
1 box lemon cake mix
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
1/2 to 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling and topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
- Stir in lemon cake mix gradually. Fold in lemon zest if using.
- Cover and chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls. Coat each ball in powdered sugar.
- Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart and bake 10–12 minutes.
- Let cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Dust with extra powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert