Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delight in these quick and easy cookies filled with rich chocolate, a hint of peppermint crunch, and a sprinkle of holiday magic.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for best texture.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies Can substitute for toffee bits or dried cranberries.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently stir in semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for about 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave to regain freshness.