Description
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are a must-try holiday treat that perfectly combines a soft, chewy texture with a rich, buttery flavor. These cookies feature gooey centers and lightly crisp edges, delivering a delightful burst of sweetness with every bite. They’re easy to make and perfect for family gatherings, cozy nights, or festive cookie exchanges. Indulge in this nostalgic dessert and spread cheer this holiday season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg