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Thick NYC Christmas Cookies

Thick NYC Christmas Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Thick NYC Christmas Cookies are a holiday favorite, perfect for sharing or indulging, and come together in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Provides the perfect structure for Thick NYC Christmas Cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise to a chewy perfection.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder Ensures a light and fluffy texture in each bite.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness of the cookies beautifully.
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Richness that makes the cookies melt-in-your-mouth.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Balances the sweetness and creates that classic cookie crunch.
For the Mix-ins
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together for a lovely texture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses a delightful aroma and depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips The star of these cookies for that sweet, gooey goodness.
  • 0.5 cup nuts Adds a delightful crunch and richness, if you like!
  • 0.5 cup dried fruits A fun twist for a pop of flavor and texture in your cookies.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and optional nuts and dried fruits.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown and centers are slightly soft.
  9. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer flavor. Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.

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