Description
These Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are a festive twist on a classic treat, featuring a rich, chewy texture and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges!
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
For Rolling/Decorating:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Red and green sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Gradually add cake mix and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Chill Dough: Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop dough into balls, roll in powdered sugar, place on baking sheet, and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a festive touch, add a few drops of food coloring to the dough before chilling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for soft, chewy treats that last several days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
