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Gooey Butter Cookies with Sprinkles Recipe

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These Gooey Butter Cookies are irresistibly soft and chewy with a rich, buttery cream cheese base and a delightful crunch from colorful sprinkles. Perfect for sharing or treating yourself, these easy-to-make cookies bring a fun twist to classic butter cookies, baking up golden with a gooey center.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 15 1/4 ounce box white cake mix

Topping

  • 1 cup sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat to ensure the cookies don’t stick and bake evenly.
  2. Mix Cream Cheese and Butter: Place the softened cream cheese and butter in the bowl of a mixer and beat on medium speed until fluffy and well combined, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes. This creates a smooth and creamy base for the cookie dough.
  3. Add Egg, Vanilla, and Cake Mix: Incorporate the egg, vanilla extract, and white cake mix into the bowl. Beat on low speed just until all ingredients are combined to avoid overmixing and ensure a tender texture.
  4. Chill the Dough: Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap or a lid. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes; this makes it easier to handle and shape into balls.
  5. Form Cookies: Roll the chilled dough into 1 inch balls. Then, generously coat each ball in sprinkles. Place the sprinkle-coated balls onto the prepared sheet pan, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Work in batches as needed.
  6. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just set but the centers remain slightly gooey for that signature texture.
  7. Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the sheet pan for 5 to 7 minutes after baking to firm up. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Repeat and Store: Repeat the rolling, coating, and baking process with the remaining dough. Once cooled, serve immediately or store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother dough.
  • Use a cookie scoop or measuring spoon to keep cookie sizes uniform for even baking.
  • Chilling the dough is essential to prevent cookies from spreading too much and helps achieve a thick, gooey texture.
  • You can swap sprinkles for mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts for a different variation.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them soft and gooey.

Keywords: Gooey Butter Cookies, Cream Cheese Cookies, Soft Cookies, Sprinkle Cookies, Easy Dessert

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