Description
Holiday cookies recipes bring festive cheer to every gathering! These delightful treats are easy to make, perfect for sharing, and guaranteed to create sweet memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips or colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips or sprinkles gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are slightly soft.
- Allow to cool on wire racks before serving.
Notes
- For fluffier cookies, use room temperature butter.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
- Experiment with mix-ins like dried fruits or nuts for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg