There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cookies filling your home during the festive season, is there? At Easy Home Recipes, we believe holiday baking should be joyful and, well, easy! That’s why we’re so excited to share our ultimate recipe for Easy Chewy Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies. Why settle for just one flavor when you can have a delightful medley of all your favorite holiday treats in every single bite? These cookies are a celebration of everything wonderful about Christmas baking – sweet, salty, crunchy, and perfectly chewy. They’re incredibly simple to put together, yet they look and taste like you spent hours crafting them, making them perfect for sharing with family and friends or simply indulging yourself. Get ready to make some delicious memories this holiday season!
Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer (stand or hand-held)
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup Christmas-colored M&M’s
- 1 cup pretzel twists, roughly crushed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Shopping List
- Dairy & Eggs: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 2 large eggs
- Pantry: 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, 1 cup Christmas-colored M&M’s, 1 cup pretzel twists, 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, Christmas M&M’s, crushed pretzels, and optional chopped nuts using a rubber spatula.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations
- To achieve that perfect chewy texture, resist the urge to overmix the dough once you add the flour. Just mix until everything is combined, and then stop!
- For an extra festive touch and a bakery-worthy look, gently press a few additional Christmas M&M’s and pretzel bits onto the top of each cookie dough ball before baking.
- These ‘kitchen sink’ cookies are wonderfully adaptable! Experiment with different mix-ins like chopped toffee, mini marshmallows, or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top for a gourmet touch.
- If you have time, chill your cookie dough for at least 30 minutes. This little step can make a big difference, helping the cookies hold their shape better and resulting in a chewier bite.
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature and truly softened, not melted. This helps it cream beautifully with the sugars, giving your cookies an ideal base.
Serving & Storage Suggestions
These delightful Easy Chewy Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are an absolute crowd-pleaser, ideal for any holiday gathering, a festive cookie exchange, or simply a cozy evening at home with a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate. Showcase their vibrant colors by arranging them artfully on a holiday platter. They also make truly thoughtful homemade gifts – simply pack them into a pretty tin or a festive cellophane bag for friends, neighbors, or teachers. To keep these treats fresh, store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For longer enjoyment, baked cookies can be frozen for up to two months; just let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
We truly hope these Easy Chewy Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies bring an extra dose of joy and deliciousness to your holiday celebrations this year! There’s such a special warmth that comes from sharing homemade treats. Please do let us know in the comments if you try them, and feel free to share any amazing variations you come up with. Happy baking from your friends at Easy Home Recipes!
Easy Chewy Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies
Whip up these easy, chewy Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies, packed with all your favorite holiday flavors for a festive treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup Christmas-colored M&M's
- 1 cup pretzel twists, roughly crushed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, Christmas M&M's, crushed pretzels, and optional chopped nuts using a rubber spatula.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
