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Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies

Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies

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Indulge in the festive delight of Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies, a treat that beautifully merges the creamy richness of cream cheese with the simplicity of cake mix. These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or cozy evenings at home. With their soft and gooey texture, each bite melts in your mouth, while colorful sprinkles add a cheerful touch to any dessert table. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies are sure to become a seasonal favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • ½ cup holiday sprinkles
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together cream cheese, butter, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Gradually stir in the yellow cake mix until a thick dough forms.
  4. Gently fold in the holiday sprinkles.
  5. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to form 1½-inch balls and roll them in powdered sugar.
  7. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing them out by 2 inches. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  8. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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