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Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies

Irresistible Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies are a perfect festive treat, bringing joy with their soft texture and rich chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon salt omit for low-sodium diets
  • 1 cup butter (softened) always use softened butter, not cold
  • 1 cup brown sugar can substitute with coconut sugar for lower glycemic impact
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar use less to cut back on sugar
  • 2 large eggs consider using flax eggs for vegan alternative
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Mexican vanilla offers a unique twist
  • 1 cup semi-sweet and/or white chocolate chips try dark chocolate chips for a less sweet option
Optional Festive Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes adds a festive peppermint flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and any optional add-ins.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  8. Cool the cookies on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and ensure a chewy texture. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep soft.

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