Go Back
–+ servings
Linda S. Smith

Christmas Cookies

These delicious Christmas Cookies are easy to make and perfect for holiday celebrations. Soft and chewy, with chocolatey goodness nestled inside, they're ideal for sharing with family and friends.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Mix-ins
  • 3 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Feel free to swap the nuts for your favorites or omit them entirely for a nut-free version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until nice and smooth.
  4. Beat in the egg, along with the vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts, if you’re using them.
  7. Drop large spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto ungreased baking pans.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on wire racks before indulging in their deliciousness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag, lasting about three months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!