Santa’s Favorite Cookies
Santa’s Favorite Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat that combines nostalgia with indulgence. These buttery, chocolate chip-studded delights will fill your home with the warm aroma of freshly baked cookies, making them a perfect addition to your festive gatherings. Easy to whip up and irresistibly delicious, these cookies are sure to enchant both children and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate a pinch of cinnamon or substitute some flour with cocoa powder for a chocolate twist. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.