Description
These Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive twist on the classic favorite, loaded with semisweet chocolate chips, colorful holiday M&M’s, and sprinkles. Perfect for celebrating the holidays with a deliciously soft and chewy cookie that’s both visually appealing and irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup red and green candy-coated chocolates (like M&M’s)
- 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, ensuring the cookies have a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate them into the batter, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and causing tough cookies.
- Fold in Chocolate and Decorations: Stir in the semisweet chocolate chips, candy-coated chocolates, and holiday sprinkles to distribute festive colors and extra sweetness evenly throughout.
- Portion Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft for a perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set properly.
Notes
- For extra festive flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Substitute white chocolate chips or peppermint chips to vary the flavors.
- Ensure not to overbake to keep centers soft and chewy.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
