Description
A collection of delightful Christmas snacks that bring warmth and joy to your holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of chocolate chips or dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips or dried fruit.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- You can use coconut oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.
- Try adding nuts or spices for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: christmas snacks, holiday treats, festive cookies