Gooey Butter Cookies

Jennifer

Cuisine: American
Categories: Snacks, Treats & Cookies

Recipe Source: Kristyn Merkley

Gooey Butter Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth treats with a soft, buttery center and a slightly crisp edge. These delightful cookies start with a simple dough that's pressed into a baking pan, then topped with a creamy, buttery mixture of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. As they bake, the filling creates a gooey, irresistible center that contrasts perfectly with the slightly crisp edges. Dust them with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Gooey Butter Cookies are a

Gooey Butter Cookies

Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Serving Size: 2 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 c butter softened
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 egg
  • powdered sugar

Directions:

  1. Beat butter, vanilla, egg and cream cheese until fluffy.
  2. Mix in cake mix.
  3. Chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll into balls and dip in a bowl of powdered sugar.
  5. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes, and sift powdered sugar on top if desired.