Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies: The Best Festive Treats to Indulge In
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies that are perfect for the festive season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
- These cookies can be frozen for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, cookies, festive treats, gooey butter cookies