Christmas Cookies
These Christmas Cookies bring warmth and joy, filling your home with delightful scents and creating happy memories with loved ones.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Add-ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) Can be replaced with other nuts or omitted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the salt, vanilla extract, and eggs until well blended.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Drop large spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking pans.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly browned on the edges.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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