What makes these Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies different from regular chocolate chip cookies?

The biggest difference is the touch of cinnamon and the festive sprinkles. The cinnamon adds a warm holiday flavor without overpowering the chocolate, and the sprinkles give them that classic Christmas look. The texture is still soft and chewy, similar to what you’ll find in favorites like my Chewy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies .

Can I leave out the cinnamon?

Yes, absolutely. If you’re not a cinnamon fan, you can reduce it to 1/4 teaspoon or skip it entirely. The cookies will still bake up perfectly soft and buttery. If you prefer spice-forward cookies, you might enjoy the deeper holiday flavors in my Best Gingerbread Cookies .

What kind of sprinkles work best?

Flat, confetti-style sprinkles work best because they melt slightly into the dough and don’t leave a hard crunch. Traditional rod-style sprinkles are fine too, but the texture will be firmer. For a more classic Christmas look, you can use the same sprinkles I use for my Christmas Pinwheel Cookies .

Can I use full-size chocolate chips?

You can, but mini chocolate chips give you a better distribution throughout the dough. This means a chocolatey bite every time. If you love lots of chocolate in each bite, you might also like my Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies .

Can I chill the dough before baking?

You don't need to chill it, because the melted butter helps everything come together quickly. But if your dough feels very soft, a quick 10–15 minute chill will help the cookies hold their shape. This tip also applies to doughs like my Candy Cane Cookies .

Why do the cookies look underbaked when they come out of the oven?

This is intentional. They continue to set as they cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes. Removing them early is what keeps the centers soft and gooey. The same technique keeps cookies like my Christmas Snowball Cookies tender.

Can I freeze the cookie dough?

Yes, the dough freezes beautifully. Scoop it into dough balls, freeze on a tray, then move them into a freezer bag. Bake straight from frozen by adding one extra minute to the bake time. Freezing dough is something I also do often with recipes like my Raspberry Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies .

Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies Irresistible Family Favorite

Name: The Best Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 stick salted butter, melted; ½ cup light brown sugar; ¼ cup white sugar; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips; ½ cup white chocolate chips; ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles

Description

Soft, buttery Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies loaded with mini chocolate chips, white chocolate, and festive sprinkles. Easy to make, perfect for gifting, and full of holiday cheer.

Ingredients

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1 stick salted butter, melted
½ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla
1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup white chocolate chips
¼ cup Christmas sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Stir in egg and vanilla.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
Fold in mini chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and sprinkles.
Scoop 2-tablespoon portions onto the baking sheet. Makes about 16 cookies.
Bake for 11–12 minutes until edges are set. Centers may look slightly underbaked.
Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Use confetti-style sprinkles for best texture. Let cookies cool fully to set. Mini chocolate chips offer more even flavor. Dough can be chilled briefly if needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 160
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg