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Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Celebrate the holiday season with these Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies, combining the ease of a vanilla cake mix with the richness of cream cheese and butter. Soft, gooey, and festive with red and green sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for sharing or gifting during the holidays.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Red and green sprinkles, a few tablespoons

Coating

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Cream the base ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy, ensuring no lumps remain for a creamy texture.
  2. Add flavorings and egg: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) until well combined to infuse the dough with rich flavor.
  3. Incorporate dry ingredients: Gradually add the vanilla cake mix and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms that holds together but remains tender.
  4. Add festive sprinkles: Fold in a few tablespoons of red and green sprinkles gently to distribute the color without over mixing.
  5. Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes until firm, which makes it easier to shape and helps maintain cookie shape during baking.
  6. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Set oven to 350°F (175°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
  7. Form and coat cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat generously in powdered sugar for a sweet, delicate crust.
  8. Arrange and bake: Place cookies about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet; bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft to achieve that signature gooey texture.
  9. Cool cookies: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to firm up slightly without losing softness.

Notes

  • Press additional sprinkles on top of each cookie before baking for an extra festive presentation.
  • Be careful not to overbake to keep the cookies soft and gooey as intended.
  • These cookies freeze well; store in an airtight container for holiday make-ahead convenience.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/christmas-gooey-butter-cookies-recipe/