Description

Soft Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies are tender and chewy holiday treats filled with pockets of melty semi-sweet chocolate. Perfectly balanced with buttery richness and a hint of vanilla, these cookies bring warmth and festive cheer to any occasion. Easy to make with simple pantry staples, they are ideal for family gatherings, gifting, or enjoying with your favorite holiday beverage.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the dough.
Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light, fluffy, and pale in color. This aeration is key for a tender cookie texture.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract to add moisture, flavor, and help bind the dough.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain softness.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips so each cookie has pockets of melty chocolate.
Scoop and Bake: Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to set with a perfect soft texture.

Notes

Use room temperature butter and eggs for a smooth, consistent dough.
Remove cookies from the oven when edges are firm but centers look slightly underdone for maximum softness.
Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and enhance flavor.
Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
Adding 1 teaspoon of cornstarch can create an even softer, more tender cookie.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg