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Perfect Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies for Holiday Cheer

Perfect Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies for Holiday Cheer

These Perfect Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies bring warmth and joy, perfect for holiday cheer and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan version.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Chocolate and Decorations
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Can alternate with dark or milk chocolate.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Optional.
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes Swap for chopped nuts if desired.
  • 1 cup Holiday Sprinkles Optional.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar For decorating.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon; mix until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed candy canes.
  7. Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each scoop.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; the centers should remain soft.
  9. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  10. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over cookies; sprinkle with candy canes and sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days; refrigerate for 1 week or freeze for 3 months.

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