Introduction to Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are a festive twist on the classic cake mix cookie. Soft, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth, they are perfect for holiday gatherings. The addition of cream cheese gives them a unique, gooey texture. Topped with colorful sprinkles, these cookies instantly brighten any cookie plate. They are easy to make and a crowd-pleaser for cookie exchanges or holiday parties.
Why These Cookies Are Special
The secret to these cookies’ deliciousness is cream cheese. It adds richness, softness, and a slightly tangy flavor that perfectly balances the sweetness. Using a simple cake mix as the base keeps them easy to make, while the gooey texture sets them apart from ordinary cookies. Adding sprinkles makes them festive and fun for all ages.
Perfect Texture Tips
These cookies are soft in the center with a light, slightly crisp edge. Chill the dough briefly to prevent spreading too much. Bake just until lightly golden to maintain their gooey texture. Allow them to cool slightly before serving so the cream cheese center sets just enough to hold its shape.
Serving and Gifting Ideas
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies are ideal for holiday cookie trays, gift boxes, or festive dessert tables. Pair them with coffee, hot cocoa, or tea for the perfect winter treat. Their colorful appearance and rich, soft texture make them stand out during the holiday season.
Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies: Soft, Festive, and Irresistibly Delicious
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Description
Soft, rich Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies made with cake mix, cream cheese, and festive sprinkles. They melt in your mouth and are perfect for holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges.
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add the egg and vanilla, then mix again.
3. Blend in the cake mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Fold in Christmas sprinkles.
5. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
6. Roll dough into small balls.
7. Coat each dough ball in powdered sugar.
8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
9. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Chilling helps keep cookies thick.
Add extra sprinkles for more color.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 20
