Description
Delight in these Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect holiday treat combining rich butter, sweet brown and granulated sugars, and loads of melty chocolate chips. Optional nuts add a delightful crunch to this classic cookie that’s sure to melt your heart and bring festive cheer to your celebrations.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for perfectly baked cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract thoroughly to incorporate all flavors.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully combined without overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Gently stir in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Portion Dough: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown while the center still appears slightly soft.
- Cool on Rack: Remove cookies from oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewy cookies, do not overbake; remove from the oven when edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for best creaming results and texture.
- Chopped nuts are optional but add a nice crunch—pecans, walnuts, or almonds work well.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a festive touch, add red and green holiday sprinkles along with the chocolate chips.
