Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are the perfect festive treat to brighten your holiday season. With their soft, chewy texture and rich buttery flavor, these cookies are a delightful indulgence that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Enhanced by a dusting of powdered sugar, they not only taste amazing but also look beautiful on any dessert table. Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, these cookies are sure to become a cherished holiday tradition in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder together, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using almond or lemon extracts instead of vanilla. - Mix in festive add-ins like white chocolate chips or crushed peppermint candies for extra holiday cheer. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.