Description
Thick NYC Christmas Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that capture the essence of festive baking. With their soft, chewy texture and rich chocolate chips, these cookies evoke warm memories of family traditions. Perfect for sharing or indulging, they fill your home with a nostalgic aroma that brings everyone together. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cookies are sure to impress at any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkles if desired.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; centers should remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg