Butter Fudge Lemon Cookies
Butter Fudge Lemon Cookies are soft, chewy treats blending rich chocolate fudge flavors with zesty lemon notes. Perfect for cookie lovers seeking a unique twist, these cookies feature a delightful cinnamon aroma and a hint of orange and honey, making them an indulgent snack or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Butter Recipe Fudge Cake Mix ⓘ
- 1 box (3.9 oz) Jello Chocolate Fudge Instant Pudding Mix ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 box (3.4 oz) Jello Lemon instant pudding mix
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon ⓘ
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil ⓘ
- 1 ounce orange juice
- 1 ounce milk ⓘ
- 2 ounces Michelles Honey Cream Syrup ⓘ
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl with a wooden spoon.
- Pour wet ingredients into a small bowl; mix with electric mixer on medium for 20 seconds or until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
- Continue mixing with electric mixer on medium another 30 seconds or until dough forms.
- Make a 1/2 inch ball with your fingers around 3 chocolate chips.
- Place on a dry cookie sheet in rows 4 across and 6 down.
- Bake in a 350°F oven for 7 minutes.
- Remove from cookie sheet and cool 30 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
To enhance the flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. If you don't have vegetable oil, canola oil is a great substitute. For a fun twist, try adding nuts or dried fruit to the dough. Make sure your baking sheet is truly dry to prevent sticking, and ensure not to overbake for chewy cookies.
Serving Suggestions
These Butter Fudge Lemon Cookies are delightful with a cup of tea or coffee. They also make a perfect treat for parties or gatherings. For a fun dessert platter, serve them alongside Nutty Cracker Delights or Chocolate Nut Zucchini Cake. Drizzling with a lemon glaze can elevate their presentation and flavor.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying again.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Butter Fudge Lemon Cookies contains roughly 89 calories, with 1g protein, 13g carbohydrates, and 4g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make these cookies more lemony?
To intensify the lemon flavor, consider adding the zest of one lemon to the dough. You can also increase the amount of lemon instant pudding mix slightly, but be cautious not to overpower the fudge flavor. A dusting of powdered sugar with lemon zest on top can also enhance the lemony taste.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).