Description
Get into the holiday spirit with these irresistibly soft and chewy Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies. Made with cake mix, real butter, and cream cheese, they’re dusted in powdered sugar and decorated with festive red, green, and white sprinkles. This easy recipe is perfect for cookie exchanges, gifting, or quick baking with kids. Whether you’re searching for holiday cookie ideas, a quick dessert for Christmas, or easy baking recipes, this one’s a sure favorite. It’s a go-to for those looking for easy holiday snacks, festive treats, or simply a crowd-pleasing buttery cookie.
Ingredients
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar, for rolling
1/4 cup red, green, and white sprinkles
Optional: pinch of salt
Optional: extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
3. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
4. Gradually add cake mix and stir until combined. Dough will be thick.
5. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll in powdered sugar.
6. Press sprinkles on top of each cookie ball.
7. Place on baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are slightly soft.
9. Cool on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
10. Dust with more powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use room temperature butter and cream cheese for a smooth dough and better mixing.
For a thicker powdered sugar coat, roll dough balls twice before baking.
These cookies freeze well and can be made ahead for gift giving or parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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