Description
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining a soft, chewy texture with a rich, buttery flavor that melts in your mouth. Topped with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies evoke warm memories of festive gatherings and cozy family moments. They are easy to prepare and perfect for any holiday celebration or as a sweet gift to friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; beat until creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Chill dough for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain gooey.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or crushed peppermint candies. - Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.