Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy, and festive—these winter wonderland chocolate chip cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and peppermint candy for a perfect holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approx. 30 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Mix in Add-Ins: Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint candies.
Scoop and Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
Bake: Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Customize with extra chocolate chips, festive sprinkles, or swap in toffee bits for variety.
Make-ahead tip: Dough can be chilled for up to 24 hours before baking for thicker cookies.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/winter-wonderland-chocolate-chip-cookies/
