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Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe: Easy Winter Wonderland Treats for Holiday Parties

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These cozy chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with melty chocolate chips, a hint of cinnamon, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect for holiday parties, gifting, or a comforting winter treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup mini white chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
  • Festive sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure out all ingredients before starting. Make sure butter is softened to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, until creamy and light in color.
  4. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Add vanilla extract and beat until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in semisweet chocolate chips and mini white chocolate chips (if using) with a spatula.
  7. Using a medium cookie scoop (about 2 tbsp), place dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden but centers look slightly underdone.
  9. Immediately sprinkle cookies with flaky sea salt and festive sprinkles while hot. Let cool on baking sheet for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.

Notes

For extra chewy cookies, chill dough for 20-30 minutes before baking. Use parchment paper for even baking and easy cleanup. Sprinkle sea salt immediately after baking for best flavor. Store cookies with a slice of bread to keep them soft. Dough and baked cookies freeze well.

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