Santa’s Favorite Cookies
Santa’s Favorite Cookies are the ultimate holiday indulgence, combining gooey chocolate chips with warm, buttery goodness. These delightful treats fill your home with festive aromas and create cherished memories with every bite. Perfect for leaving out for Santa or enjoying with family, these cookies bring joy and nostalgia to your holiday celebrations.
- 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, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For a festive twist, add colorful sprinkles or seasonal spices like cinnamon to the dough. - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor and texture.