Easy Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
These Easy Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the classic comforts of soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies with festive crushed peppermint candies for a delightful holiday treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, these cookies feature a perfect blend of semi-sweet and white chocolate chips, making them ideal for winter celebrations or cozy afternoons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, using a mixer, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure even mixing, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make cookies tough.
- Fold in Chips and Candies: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint candies, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown but the centers remain soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely for best texture.
Notes
- You can substitute butter with margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free options, but results may vary slightly.
- For a more intense peppermint flavor, increase the crushed peppermint candies up to 3/4 cup.
- Ensure softened butter is not melted to achieve the best cookie texture.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent possible sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
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