Oh, love that festive vibe! Here’s a recipe for Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies — soft, buttery, and loaded with chocolate chips, with a snowy dusting of powdered sugar that makes them perfect for the holidays.
❄️ Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies
🕒 Total Time: ~30 minutes (plus chilling)
Yields: About 24 cookies
🧾 Ingredients:
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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¾ cup packed brown sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ cup white chocolate chips (optional, for extra holiday fun)
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
🔪 Instructions:
1. Prep:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars:
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
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Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
4. Combine:
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until combined.
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Stir in chocolate chips (and white chocolate chips if using).
5. Chill (Optional but Recommended):
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Chill dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour to prevent spreading and deepen flavor.
6. Bake:
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough about 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
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Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
7. Cool & Dust:
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Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Once cool, dust generously with powdered sugar for that “snowy” winter look.
❄️ Extra Festive Tips:
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Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warm holiday spices.
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Mix in crushed peppermint candies for a minty twist.
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Use holiday-shaped cookie cutters to make sugar cookie versions with the same “winter wonderland” dusting.