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A close-up of soft, golden-brown gooey butter cookies topped with festive sprinkles, arranged on a rustic white plate, with a Christmas-themed background, showcasing their shiny, gooey centers and crumbly edges.

Decadent Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies Easy Holiday Treat

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A simple, festive holiday treat combining buttery goodness with a gooey center, perfect for sharing during Christmas and holiday parties.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Holiday sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, softened cream cheese, melted butter, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  3. Using a cookie scoop, form dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
  4. Decorate with holiday sprinkles and gently press them into the dough.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly gooey.
  6. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a zest of lemon or orange to the dough.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
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