Can I freeze chocolate chip Christmas cookies before baking?

Yes! Scoop and freeze dough balls, then bake straight from frozen at 350°F (175°C), adding 2–3 minutes.

What makes these chocolate chip Christmas cookies different?

The combination of semisweet and white chocolate chips, along with festive sprinkles, gives them a holiday makeover while keeping the chewy texture you love.

How do I make the cookies thicker?

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Cold dough spreads less, resulting in a taller cookie.

Can I make these cookies vegan?

Absolutely. Use vegan butter, egg replacers like flax eggs, and dairy-free chocolate chips.

Do I have to use sprinkles?

Not at all. They’re just for festive decoration. You can skip them or replace with crushed candy canes or nothing at all.

Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies for Cozy Holiday Baking

Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies

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These festive chocolate chip Christmas cookies combine classic semisweet and white chocolate chips with holiday sprinkles for a soft, chewy treat perfect for winter gatherings and cozy nights in.

Author: Elena
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Holiday sprinkles, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in both the white chocolate chips and semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Decorate with holiday sprinkles if desired.
Bake for 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
Use flax eggs or egg replacer for an egg-free version.
Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze dough balls and bake from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes to bake time.
Optional add-ins: chopped nuts, dried cranberries, or peppermint extract.

Find it online: https://www.recipebyelena.com/chocolate-chip-christmas-cookies/