Description
Soft Christmas cookies are the ultimate holiday indulgence – a bite-sized treat that melts in your mouth with every delectable morsel. These festive delights are a cherished tradition, filling homes with the aroma of freshly-baked goodness and bringing smiles to the faces of loved ones. Whether you’re baking for a cookie exchange, gifting to neighbors, or enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa, these Soft Christmas Cookies are sure to delight.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
4. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring just until incorporated.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and festive sprinkles.
7. Scoop rounded tablespoon of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake!
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
To ensure your Soft Christmas Cookies stay soft and fresh, be sure to store them in an airtight container. This will prevent them from drying out. Additionally, you can try adding a slice of bread to the container, as the bread will help absorb any excess moisture and keep the cookies soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg