Description
These Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with buttery goodness! Made with cream cheese and cake mix, they have a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a festive touch. Dust them with powdered sugar for a snowy look, or roll them in sprinkles for extra holiday cheer!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Optional: Red & green sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Slowly mix in the cake mix until a thick dough forms.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (this makes it easier to handle).
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball.
- Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar (or sprinkles for a colorful touch).
- Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- You can freeze the cookie dough balls before baking for up to 3 months—just bake from frozen, adding an extra 1-2 minutes.