Description
Get ready to experience the joy of holiday baking with these Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies. Perfect for a quick Christmas dessert, cookie exchange, or cozy winter treat, these easy cookies blend rich semi-sweet and white chocolate chips with cool peppermint pieces, holiday sprinkles, and a soft, buttery base. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or festive food ideas to impress guests, this easy cookie recipe delivers holiday magic in every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles (optional)
1 tablespoon sparkling sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, crushed peppermint candy, and optional sprinkles.
5. For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Scoop dough balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
8. Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
10. Optionally, press extra chocolate chips or peppermint bits into the tops for a festive finish.
Notes
Chilling the dough is optional but highly recommended for thicker, softer cookies.
Reserve a few toppings to press into the dough balls just before baking for a more festive look.
These cookies make excellent holiday gifts—wrap in cellophane and tie with a ribbon for an easy homemade present.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday cookies, peppermint chocolate chip, easy dessert, cookie exchange