Description
Embrace the holiday spirit with these irresistible Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies. Soft, chewy, and dusted with powdered sugar, each bite melts in your mouth, releasing a delightful buttery flavor that fills your home with warmth and joy. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies evoke cherished memories and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Form small dough balls (about 1 inch), roll in powdered sugar, and place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg