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Festive Christmas Butter Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth
Nothing fills my kitchen with more holiday joy than baking these irresistible Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies. After years of holiday baking I can promise you these soft buttery treats will become your new favorite tradition. The recipe is so simple yet the results are absolutely magical.
Your New Holiday Cookie Obsession
I love how quickly these cookies come together in my kitchen. Just 10 minutes of prep and soon your house will smell like Christmas heaven. The texture is everything you dream of chewy gooey and perfectly moist. Every time I share these at holiday gatherings they disappear in minutes.
Simple Ingredients for Cookie Magic
- Butter: I always use unsalted butter in my kitchen it lets me control exactly how much salt goes into my cookies.
- Cream cheese: Make sure to leave it out to soften your cookies will thank you for it.
- Egg: Room temperature eggs blend so much better into your dough.
- Vanilla extract: Pure vanilla extract makes such a difference in the flavor.
- White cake mix: My favorite shortcut for perfectly tender cookies every time.
- Powdered sugar: Creates the most beautiful sweet coating.
- Christmas sprinkles: Red white and green sprinkles bring that festive sparkle.
- Chocolate melting chips: Ghirardelli white chocolate chips are my go to for that perfect melty finish.
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Creating Cookie Magic
- Mix Your Dough
- Start by creaming your softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy. Mix in your egg and vanilla then gently fold in the cake mix and those festive sprinkles until everything comes together beautifully.
- Time to Chill
- Wrap your dough and let it rest overnight in the fridge. This makes the dough easier to work with and helps develop amazing flavor.
- Baking Time
- Get your oven warm at 350°F. Line your cookie sheets with parchment or silicone mats scoop out your dough and add extra sprinkles if you're feeling extra festive.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why do I need to chill the dough overnight?
Chilling helps firm up the dough making it easier to handle and roll into balls. It also helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much while baking.
- → Can I use different colored sprinkles for other holidays?
Yes, you can switch up the sprinkle colors to match any holiday or occasion throughout the year.
- → Can I freeze these cookies?
You can freeze them before adding the white chocolate coating. Once thawed, dip in chocolate and add sprinkles.
- → Why are they called gooey butter cookies?
They're inspired by gooey butter cake, using similar ingredients like cream cheese and butter for a soft, rich texture.
- → How should I store these cookies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Layer with wax paper to prevent sticking.