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Perfect Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies

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These Perfect Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies are a festive holiday treat with crispy edges, chewy centers, melty chocolate, and bursts of sweet candy bits. Quick and easy to make, they’re perfect for gifting, parties, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup festive candy-coated chocolate bits (like M&M’s holiday mix)
  • 1/2 cup chopped white chocolate or dark chocolate (optional)
  • Extra candy bits for pressing on top before baking (optional)
  • Festive sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla and almond extract (if using); blend until combined.
  5. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, mixing on low just until no flour streaks remain.
  6. Using a spatula, gently fold in chocolate chips and festive candy bits. If desired, add chopped white or dark chocolate.
  7. Scoop dough by heaping tablespoon (or use a 1.5-inch ice cream scoop) onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  8. Press extra candy bits or sprinkles on top of each dough ball for a festive look.
  9. Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers look just set.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before baking. Do not overmix the dough after adding flour. Cookies may look underdone in the center but will set as they cool. Swap in gluten-free flour or plant-based butter for dietary needs. Press extra candy bits on top for a festive look.

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