The Best Christmas Cookie: Indulge in This Festive Delight
The BEST Christmas Cookie is a delightful treat that brings joy to the festive season. With rich flavors and a soft texture, these cookies are perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 36 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them.
- You can substitute different mix-ins like dried fruits or different types of nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Christmas Cookie, Holiday Dessert, Festive Treat