Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies, a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate flavors with the refreshing crunch of crushed peppermint candies. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or cozy nights by the fire. With their stunning appearance and unique flavor profile, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make, even novice bakers can create these delicious cookies without stress. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or simply enjoying the winter season, these cookies will bring warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually blend into wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop, place dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg