Gooey Christmas Butter Cookies
Gooey Christmas Butter Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining a rich buttery flavor with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. These cookies are incredibly easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family during festive gatherings. Topped with colorful sprinkles, they not only taste delicious but also add a cheerful touch to your holiday table. Bake a batch and watch them disappear as loved ones savor every gooey bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the festive sprinkles.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each scoop.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or nuts. To prevent spreading, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.