Description

Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining a soft and chewy texture with rich, buttery flavor. Dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies are perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or enjoying solo during cozy nights in. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your holiday baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 tsp baking powder
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Incorporate eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until fully combined.
In another bowl, whisk together baking powder and flour. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
Chill dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets, rolling each in powdered sugar before placing them on the sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft in the center. Cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 145
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or crushed peppermint candies.- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.