Description
Delightful buttery Christmas cookies with rich chocolate chips, perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until smooth and light (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking pans about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
- Let cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Notes
For an extraordinary flavor boost, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of your cookies right after baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg