Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat that will leave you craving more. These soft, chewy cookies are rich in flavor, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, topped with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or enjoying cozy afternoons at home, these cookies evoke cherished memories of holiday traditions. Gather your loved ones and indulge in a baking adventure that fills your kitchen with delightful aromas and creates sweet moments to remember.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together baking powder and flour. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined; some lumps are fine.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart; the dough will be soft and sticky.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Let cool on sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Dust cooled cookies generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg