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A tray of shiny, golden-brown gooey butter cookies topped with powdered sugar and sprinkles, arranged artfully on a rustic wooden platter with holiday decorations in the background. The cookies appear soft, chewy, and irresistibly gooey inside, with a glossy surface and a hint of festive color from the sprinkles.

Decadent Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies

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A rich, chewy, and gooey Christmas cookie perfect for holiday gatherings, topped with colorful sprinkles and powdered sugar.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Assorted sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour and baking powder.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, decorate with sprinkles.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use festive sprinkles for added holiday cheer.
  • Cookies are best enjoyed slightly warm or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg