Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies combine the richness of chocolate with festive colors and flavors. Perfect for the holiday season.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
The Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened room temp is crucial here
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed tight
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract don’t skimp on quality
The Dry Team
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt I know the original said ½, but trust me on this
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon secret weapon alert!
The Fun Stuff
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or semi-sweet if you prefer
- ¾ cup holiday sprinkles red, green, and white
- ½ cup crushed candy canes optional but amazing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, holiday sprinkles, and crushed candy canes if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also freeze the dough for later use.