Looking for a festive, delicious treat to brighten up your holiday season? Look no further than these Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies! Packed with red and green M&M’s, white chocolate chips, pretzel pieces, potato chip pieces, and colorful jimmies, these cookies are a fun and tasty addition to any Christmas gathering.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- Bursting with flavor: The combination of sweet and salty mix-ins creates a mouthwatering taste sensation.
- Easy to make: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these cookies are a breeze to whip up.
- Perfect for any occasion: Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or just craving a sweet treat, these cookies are a versatile option.
Ingredient Notes:
Cookie Dough:
- Salted butter, softened: Adds richness and flavor to the dough.
- Light brown sugar, packed: Provides a caramel-like sweetness.
- Granulated white sugar: Adds sweetness and helps the cookies spread.
- Egg yolks, at room temperature: Bind the ingredients together and add richness.
- Vanilla bean paste or extract: Enhances the flavor of the cookies.
- All-purpose flour, spooned and leveled: Forms the base of the dough.
- Baking powder: Helps the cookies rise.
- Baking soda: A leavening agent for a light texture.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness of the cookies.
Mix-Ins:
- Red and green M&M’s: Add a festive touch and a pop of color.
- White chocolate chips: Provide a creamy sweetness.
- Pretzel pieces: Add a crunchy, salty element.
- Potato chip pieces: Bring a unique crunch to the cookies.
- Red and green jimmies (sprinkles): Enhance the festive look of the cookies.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the mix-ins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Helpful Tips:
- For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Swap out the mix-ins for your favorite holiday candies or nuts.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help prevent spreading.
- Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Experiment with different mix-ins to create your own unique flavor combinations.
Serving Suggestions:
These Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are perfect on their own or paired with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of cocoa. Serve them at holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or as a sweet treat for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
To keep these cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. To reheat, place them in a 300°F oven for a few minutes until warm.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes, you can freeze the dough for up to 3 months.
- Can I use margarine instead of butter? While butter is recommended for the best flavor, margarine can be used as a substitute.
- How can I prevent the cookies from spreading too much? Chilling the dough before baking can help the cookies maintain their shape.
Conclusion:
With their festive colors and delicious mix-ins, these Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends this holiday season. Give this recipe a try and spread some sweet cheer! Share your feedback and tag us on social media to show off your festive creations. Happy baking!
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Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10-12 mins
- Total Time: 25-27 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are loaded with a mix of sweet and salty ingredients like M&M’s, white chocolate chips, pretzels, and potato chips, making them the perfect festive treat for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Mix-Ins
- 1/2 cup red and green M&M’s
- 1/3 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup pretzel pieces
- 1/3 cup potato chip pieces
- 2 tbsp red and green jimmies (sprinkles)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla bean paste or extract until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Add mix-ins: Gently fold in the M&M’s, white chocolate chips, pretzel pieces, potato chip pieces, and jimmies.
- Scoop and bake: Scoop cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies!
Notes
- You can customize the mix-ins based on your preferences or what you have on hand.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg