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Gooey Butter Cookies


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  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Rich, sweet, and melt-in-your-mouth cookies that combine the best of cake and cookie.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box of cake mix (yellow or white)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for coating
  • Festive sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, cream cheese, butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for easier handling.
  4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls.
  5. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until well coated.
  6. Place the dough balls on a lined baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are slightly underdone.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  9. Optional: Add festive sprinkles before serving.

Notes

Make sure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature. Chilling the dough helps with rolling and shaping. Don’t overbake!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg