Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies are so delicious and creamy. The rich taste and delicious flavors combine for an addictive treat no one can resist.
With mostly pantry staples, this cookie recipe is very simple to make. Each bite is moist and gooey for a delicious cookie. The powdered sugar on top takes it to the next level.
The cookies are chewy and so amazing. Perfect for a cookie exchange or a gift.
They are quick and easy to make like Easy Lemon Cake Mix Cookies Recipe and Double Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies.
What's in this post: Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies
Why We Love This
It’s an easy recipe that makes it possible for anyone to enjoy delicious homemade cookies from scratch. They turn out perfectly every time. This recipe is ideal for Christmas, special occasions or just because.
Ingredients
- Butter. The dough will be easier to combine if softened at room temperature.
- Cream Cheese. Use full fat brick style cream cheese.
- Vanilla Extract. I recommend using pure vanilla extract.
- All Purpose Flour. Spoon the flour into a measuring cup so you don’t pack too much into it.
- Powdered Sugar. I always like to sift the powdered sugar before using. It makes the frosting smoother.
Find the complete ingredient list and instructions in the recipe card at the bottom.
Variations
- Sprinkles. Top the cookies with your favorite sprinkles in the color you prefer.
- Almond extract. Swap the vanilla extract for almond if desired.
Step By Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 1. Combine the butter, package cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy.
Step 2. Next, add the eggs and vanilla. Mix together in a large bowl.
Step 3. Lower the mixer speed and add the flour, baking powder and part of the powdered sugar. Combine the dry ingredients and stir together.
Step 4. Form the cookies using a large cookie scoop. I used a 1 1/2- 2 tablespoons size. Then scoop the cookie dough into round balls. Then roll them in the remaining powdered sugar.
Step 5. Place the 1-inch balls on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Step 6. Allow to cool a few minutes and then move to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro Tips
- Room temperature Ingredients. The cream cheese and butter are easier to combine if softened.
- Don’t overbake the cookies. They do not take long to bake.
- Block style cream cheese. Do not use the cream cheese in the tub as the texture is different.
FAQ’s
Store the leftover gooey butter cake cookies in an airtight container or ziplock bag at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.
I prefer to freeze the cookies unbaked. Simply make the dough as normal and form the balls.
Freeze for 1-2 hours on a cookie sheet in the freezer. Then transfer to a freezer container or bag.
Bake as normal. You may need to add a few extra minutes if the cookies are frozen. Learn more tips on How to Freeze Cookie Dough.
More Easy Cookie Recipes
- Easy Yellow Cake Mix Cookies
- Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe
- Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies
- Butterscotch Cornflake Cookies
- Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies
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Ooey Gooey Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Butter softened
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
- 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar divided
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until combined and fluffy.
- Add in the egg and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Then turn the mixer down to low and gradually add in the flour, baking powder and ½ cup of the powdered sugar.
- Using a large cookie scoop (1 1/2- 2 tablespoons size) scoop the dough into round bowls and roll them in the remaining powdered sugar.
- Then place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the top of the cookies start to look set (no longer let wet).
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes and then move to wire racks to cool completely.
- Then the cookies are ready to serve and enjoy!
