Top 25 Holiday Cookie Recipes!
These festive cookies bake up golden with crisp edges, soft centers, and a touch of holiday magic. Perfect for gifting or cozy nights in!
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour for perfect cookie texture
- ½ teaspoon baking soda for fluffiness
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts optional
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter with both sugars until creamy and smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to wet ingredients. Do not overmix.
- Stir in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool cookies for 2 minutes on pan before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
If storing, keep cookies in an airtight container. Freeze extra dough for fresh cookies anytime.