Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with Christmas Gooey Butter Cookies, a delightful treat that perfectly combines soft, chewy textures with a rich buttery flavor. These cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness, creating an irresistible dessert that will fill your home with warmth and joy. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Dust warm cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg