Lemon Basil Cookies

Name: Lemon Basil Cookies
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1 egg yolk; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 package lemon cake mix (regular size); 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 1 tablespoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

9 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Directions

1

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and lemon juice. Gradually add cake mix and mix well. Stir in the coconut, pecans, basil and lemon peel.
2

Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased
3

. Bake at 350° for 10-14 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.