Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for the Holidays
These Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are a must-try indulgent treat during the holiday season, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in powdered sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the dough.
- Ensure not to overbake the cookies for the gooey texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, gooey butter cookies, holiday treats