Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies (Detailed English Recipe)
Soft, rich, and irresistibly gooey, these Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are a holiday favorite. Made with cream cheese and cake mix, they’re incredibly easy and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8 oz / 225 g) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box white cake mix
- ½ cup holiday sprinkles (divided)
- ½ cup confectioner’s (powdered) sugar
Instructions:
1. Cream the Butter and Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth, fluffy, and fully combined.
2. Add Egg and Vanilla
Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
3. Incorporate the Cake Mix
Gradually add the white cake mix to the bowl. Beat until a thick, sticky dough forms and no dry spots remain.
4. Add Sprinkles
Gently fold in ¼ cup of the sprinkles, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
5. Chill the Dough
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is even better). This step is essential for easy shaping.
Baking Instructions:
6. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
8. Form the Cookies
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball first in the remaining sprinkles, then generously in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
9. Bake
Place the cookie balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the cookies are set on the outside but still soft in the center.
10. Cool
Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Gooey Cookies:
- Do not overbake—soft centers are the goal
- Chill dough well to prevent spreading
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freeze baked cookies up to 2 months