Description
Experience the magic of the holidays with these Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies. Each soft and chewy bite is packed with rich buttery flavor, complemented by a dusting of powdered sugar that adds a festive touch. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring by the fireplace, these cookies are sure to become a cherished holiday tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add granulated sugar and mix well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Generously dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 35mg