Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Ring in the holiday season this December with winter wonderland chocolate chip cookies featuring chocolate chips, peppermint, and festive winter themes. Soft, chewy, and colorful with plenty of Christmas charm, these are a must for any cookie platter—one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Base
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Add-Ins and Toppings
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 cup white chocolate chips
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1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
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1/2 cup melted white chocolate, for drizzling
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 375°F, or 350°F for softer cookies. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a mixer for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix on medium speed until smooth and fully combined.
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Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms without overbeating.
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Gently fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint candies until evenly distributed.
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Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 2 inches apart. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are golden and centers are just set.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies and sprinkle with additional crushed peppermint candies.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For perfectly chewy texture, avoid overbaking and ensure cookies are just set at the center when removing from the oven.
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Ensure all ingredients, especially eggs and butter, are at room temperature to achieve a cohesive dough and tender crumb.