Get ready to transform your kitchen into a festive paradise with these mouthwatering Chunky Butter Christmas Cookies that will have everyone begging for seconds! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, buttery cookie studded with rich chocolate chips - a holiday treat so delectable, it'll become your new family tradition. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these cookies are guaranteed to impress and spread delicious holiday cheer in just 27 magical minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingertips.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help them blend more smoothly.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough instead of tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely to maintain their ideal crisp-yet-soft texture.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- For extra festive flair, consider adding a sprinkle of holiday-themed decorative sugar before baking!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
