Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies
These delightful cookies combine the flavors of chocolate and peppermint, bringing the magic of winter into every bite.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating well until blended.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
Add Chocolate and Peppermint
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint candies.
Bake Cookies
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges look set and the centers are still soft.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To keep cookies fresh, store in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze cookies in a freezer bag for up to three months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes when ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 80mgSugar: 10g
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