Description
Delight in the festive spirit with these scrumptious Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies—an irresistible blend of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for sharing during holiday celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy, about three minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Mix-Ins: Gently fold in chocolate chips, nuts, and dried fruits until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: You can customize these cookies by swapping mix-ins based on your pantry items. Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra festive flavor twist. If using different types of chocolate chips or nuts, ensure they complement each other for balanced taste.