Description

These Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive treat perfect for holiday baking. Loaded with chocolate chips, M&M’s, and a hint of white chocolate, these cookies are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Additional Mix-Ins:

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup red and green M&M’s
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
holiday-themed sprinkles (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Prepare the Dough: Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips, M&M’s, white chocolate chips, and nuts if using.
Bake the Cookies: Scoop dough onto baking sheets. Add extra M&M’s or sprinkles on top. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack.

Notes

You can chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Substitute festive-colored candy for different holidays or omit the nuts for a nut-free version.