Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies, where soft, slightly crispy edges meet a deliciously gooey center. These cookies are a holiday classic that will warm your heart and fill your home with mouthwatering aromas. Perfect for cookie swaps or cozy gatherings, this easy recipe promises to create cherished memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet batter until just combined.
- Scoop dough (about 2 tablespoons each) and roll into balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain gooey. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg