Description
These Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies are festive, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips and colorful holiday sprinkles. Perfect for holiday gatherings or sharing with loved ones, these classic cookies have a buttery, sweet flavor that is enhanced by the vanilla and a delightful crunch from the sprinkles.
Ingredients
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Sugars and Butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
- ½ cup holiday sprinkles (red, green, or multicolored)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Sugars and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which will help incorporate air for a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure they are fully incorporated, then mix in the vanilla extract for a fragrant and rich flavor base.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Mix Dry into Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and toughening the cookies.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips and Sprinkles: Gently fold the chocolate chips and holiday sprinkles into the dough to evenly distribute the festive add-ins without breaking them.
- Portion the Dough: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden while the centers remain soft and slightly underbaked for that perfect chewy texture.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter and eggs to ensure proper mixing.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips if you prefer a less sweet cookie.
- Adjust the baking time slightly if you prefer softer or crisper cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Holiday sprinkles add visual appeal but can be omitted or substituted with nuts or other candies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
