Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of holiday baking with these irresistible Christmas cookies! Each recipe offers a blend of classic flavors and festive spice, perfect for creating sweet memories with family and friends. From the first whiff of warm cookies to the joy of sharing them around the table, these treats are sure to bring smiles and warmth to your holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins: 1 cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream the butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around edges but soft in center.
- Let cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg