Gooey Butter Cookies
Gooey Butter Cookies are soft, chewy treats made with cream cheese, butter, and cake mix. Originating from the classic St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake, these cookies have a rich, buttery flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, they’re easy to make and perfect for dessert lovers seeking a quick, indulgent sweet snack.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ingredients
- 1 package 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Get the oven ready:
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to keep the cookies from sticking.
Prepare the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Beat them together until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well to blend.
Add the dry ingredients:
- Slowly mix in the yellow cake mix until just combined. The dough will be thick—try not to overwork it.
Form the cookies:
- Scoop the dough onto the baking sheet using a tablespoon or cookie scoop. Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Bake and cool:
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges look set but the centers are still soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, and then move them to a wire rack to finish cooling. Once cooled, dust with additional powdered sugar if desired.