Christmas Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies 🎅🎄🍪

Soft, chewy, and festive—these ooey gooey butter cookies are the perfect holiday treat!

Ingredients

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 egg
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• Red and green sprinkles

Instructions

1. Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well. Stir in cake mix until combined.
2. Chill: Cover and refrigerate dough for 30 minutes to firm up.
3. Shape: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in powdered sugar.
4. Bake: Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
5. Decorate: While warm, sprinkle with red and green sprinkles for a festive touch.
6. Cool & Serve: Allow cookies to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the gooey goodness!

Why You’ll Love It

• Festive sprinkles make them perfect for Christmas gatherings.
• Soft, gooey texture with rich buttery flavor.
• Quick and easy recipe using cake mix.

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Ooey, gooey, and oh-so festive—these Christmas Butter Cookies are holiday magic in every bite! 🎅🎄🍪”

• Comment prompt: “Would you add extra sprinkles or keep them classic?”
• Rotating closers: “Save this recipe for your holiday baking.” • “Tag a friend who loves Christmas cookies.” • “Sweet festive joy made simple.”