Description
These Delicious Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are a festive holiday treat packed with a delightful mix of chocolates, nuts, dried fruits, and pretzels. Soft in the center with golden edges, these cookies are perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings or gifting to loved ones.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- Mix-ins: nuts (like pecans or walnuts), dried fruits (like cranberries or raisins), pretzels
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Incorporate mix-ins: Fold in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup white chocolate chips, and your chosen mix-ins such as nuts, dried fruits, or pretzels until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop heaping portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them sufficiently as the cookies will spread during baking.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown while the centers remain slightly soft. Monitor closely to prevent over-baking.
- Cool cookies: Once done, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- You can customize the mix-ins based on your preference or for a festive touch, adding ingredients like crushed peppermint candies or toffee bits.
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by removing them when centers still look a bit soft.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezing cookie dough balls before baking can help control spread and enhance texture.
