Prepare to revolutionize your dessert game with the most decadent, melt-in-your-mouth Chocolate Chip Gooey Butter Cookies that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a creamy, chocolatey dream that combines the richness of butter cake mix with the irresistible allure of gooey chocolate chips. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver restaurant-quality cookies that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 package butter cake mix
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter cake mix, softened cream cheese, and softened butter. Mix using an electric mixer on medium speed until the ingredients are well blended and smooth.
- Add the egg to the mixture and continue mixing until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Place the powdered sugar in a separate small bowl. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough into the powdered sugar and roll to coat completely.
- Place the sugar-coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear slightly soft and gooey.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Make sure your cream cheese and butter are truly softened at room temperature for the smoothest, most consistent dough.
- Don't overmix the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cookies tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Roll the cookie dough balls generously in powdered sugar for that classic crackly, sweet exterior.
- Watch the baking time carefully - these cookies should look slightly underbaked in the center for maximum gooeyness.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra chocolate indulgence, try using a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain their soft, gooey texture for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
