Holiday Cookies
Delightful holiday cookies that fill your home with festive aromas and joy, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened, not melted.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar Use high-quality sugar for better flavor.
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix-ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips Use high-quality chocolate chips for more flavor.
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Dried fruits like cranberries or raisins can be substituted.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Beat in the vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips and optional nuts.
Baking
- Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased pans.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For storage, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them.