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Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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These Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive twist on the classic favorite. Loaded with semi-sweet and white chocolate chips, and studded with crushed peppermint candies, they offer a perfect balance of rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors. Soft and chewy with crisped edges, these cookies are ideal for holiday celebrations or any cozy winter day.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 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

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to evenly incorporate, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
  5. Incorporate Chips and Peppermint: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and crushed peppermint candies, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Shape and Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 9-11 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked but still soft inside.
  8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely for ideal texture.

Notes

  • For extra peppermint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint extract to the dough.
  • Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for the right cookie texture.
  • Use fresh baking soda for the best rise and texture.
  • Crushed peppermint candies can be substituted with candy canes if preferred.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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Keywords: Christmas cookies, chocolate chip cookies, peppermint cookies, holiday baking, winter cookies, festive desserts

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