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Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies

Spécial occasion Gooey Butter Cookies

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Get ready to spread holiday cheer with these delightful Spécial occasion Gooey Butter Cookies! Soft and rich, these treats are made with a cream cheese base that gives them an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture. The vibrant holiday sprinkles add a festive touch, making them perfect for cookie exchanges, family gatherings, or simply enjoying alongside a warm cup of cocoa. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, these cookies will quickly become a favorite among both kids and adults. Plus, they make fantastic homemade gifts when packaged in decorative tins.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box of yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Stir in the yellow cake mix until a thick dough forms.
  4. Gently fold in the holiday sprinkles.
  5. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Scoop out the dough into 1 ½-inch balls and roll in powdered sugar.
  7. Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 112
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 69mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 22mg