Description
These Soft Christmas Cookies are a holiday classic that’s perfect for sharing. Loaded with semisweet chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts, these chewy cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The buttery, sweet flavor and soft texture make them an ideal treat for the season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Dissolve the baking soda in hot water, then add to the batter along with the salt, mixing well.
- Gradually stir in the flour until combined, then fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- You can substitute the walnuts with pecans or leave them out if you prefer nut-free cookies.
- For extra holiday flair, try adding red and green colored sprinkles or holiday-themed M&Ms on top of the cookies before baking.
- Make sure not to overbake the cookies—they should be soft and chewy in the center, so take them out as soon as the edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes