Christmas Cookies
These homemade Christmas Cookies are soft, chewy, and festive, packed with red and green candies and hints of cinnamon and vanilla—perfect for holiday baking or gift-giving!
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (King Arthur or Gold Medal)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (pure)
- 1/2 tsp almond extract optional
- 1 cup red and green M&Ms or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Beat butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and almond extracts until the dough is smooth.
- Lower mixer speed and gradually add the flour mixture, blending until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in M&Ms or chocolate chips with a spatula for even color and texture.
- Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls, place on sheets and chill for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges set and centers look slightly underdone—they’ll firm up as they cool.
- Let cookies rest on the pan for 5 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
Dough balls can be frozen for up to 2 months. Underbake by 1 minute for extra chew. Add colored sprinkles for more holiday flair.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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