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Celebrate the Season with Delightful Christmas Cookies

christmas cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks
  • Sprinkles or colored sugar for decoration

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto lined baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Once cooled, decorate with sprinkles or colored sugar if desired.