Thick NYC Christmas Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth
Delight in these Thick NYC Christmas Cookies with gooey centers and a comforting chewiness that melts in your mouth.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking Sheets
- parchment paper
- Whisk
- Electric mixer
- Cookie scoop
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour provides the perfect structure
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda helps the cookies rise
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder ensures a soft texture
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
- 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup Brown sugar adds caramel-like sweetness
- 1 cup Granulated sugar helps achieve a crispy edge
- 2 large Eggs bind ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract infuses flavor
For the Mix-ins
- 1 cup Chocolate chips brings melty goodness
- 0.5 cup Nuts optional for crunch
- 0.5 cup Dried fruits optional for sweetness
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, and dried fruits if using.
- Drop cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Cool for 5 minutes on sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, use softened butter, do not overmix, and space cookies properly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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