These Eggnog Delight Gooey Butter Cookies are soft, buttery, and irresistibly gooey with the warm, festive flavors of classic eggnog. Infused with nutmeg, cinnamon, and a splash of rum extract, these cookies offer a creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy winter treats, they pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or a glass of eggnog!
Ingredients:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon rum extract (or vanilla extract)
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven and prepare pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix the base
In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, melted butter, and eggs until smooth and creamy.
3. Add flavor and dry ingredients
Add the yellow cake mix, rum extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the wet ingredients. Beat until well combined.
4. Add powdered sugar
Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until the dough is smooth and thick.
5. Bake
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set but still slightly gooey.
6. Cool and serve
Let the cookies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Storage:
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.
These Eggnog Delight Gooey Butter Cookies capture the comforting, festive flavors of eggnog in a tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookie. The combination of warm spices, creamy texture, and gooey sweetness makes them a standout holiday treat everyone will love.
