Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies 🍪🎄
Ingredients:
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
¾ cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup red and green M&M's candies
½ cup festive sprinkles
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3️⃣ Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4️⃣ Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5️⃣ Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure soft cookies.
6️⃣ Fold in Mix-ins: Using a spatula, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, M&M's, and sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7️⃣ Scoop Dough: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For a festive touch, press a few extra M&M's and sprinkles on top of each dough ball.
8️⃣ Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly undercooked, which is ideal for a chewy texture.
9️⃣ Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes:
Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that the butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting. This helps in achieving a smooth and well-incorporated batter.
Avoid Overmixing: Overmixing the dough can lead to tougher cookies. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Storage: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Freezing: The cookie dough can be frozen for up to 3 months. Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the baking time.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes per batch | Total Time: Approximately 1 hour | Servings: About 36 cookies | Calories: Approximately 150 kcal per cookie
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