Orange Basil Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the butter, cream cheese, egg yolk and orange juice.
2. 2
   Add dry cake mix; stir in orange zest, raisins, walnuts and basil.
3. 3
   Chill dough.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 350F (180C); butter cookie sheets.
5. 5
   Roll chilled dough into 1/2-inch balls and place on cookie sheets.
6. 6
   Flatten each ball with a fork.
7. 7
   Bake for 10 to 15 minutes.
8. 8
   For a bit of artistry, attach a small paper or silk leaf using a dab of confectioner's sugar icing.
9. 9
   Makes 6 to 7 dozen.
10. 10
    Variation: Lemon cake mix and 1 tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate can be substituted for the orange cake mix and orange juice.