Thick & Chewy NYC Christmas Cookies

Thick & Chewy NYC Christmas Cookies are a holiday twist on the famous New York City-style cookies—thick, soft, and bursting with festive flavors! These cookies are loaded with chocolate chips, a hint of cinnamon, and colorful holiday sprinkles, making them the perfect treat to share at any holiday gathering. They’re chewy, slightly crisp on the edges, and absolutely irresistible.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for a festive touch)
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup holiday-themed M&Ms or colorful sprinkles
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cookie Dough:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips, holiday M&Ms or sprinkles, and chopped nuts (if using).

2. Form the Cookies:

Using a large cookie scoop or a tablespoon, scoop out generous portions of dough and roll them into balls. Aim for about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie to get thick, chewy results.
Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. The dough will spread slightly but should remain thick.
For extra holiday cheer, press a few more M&Ms or sprinkles onto the top of each cookie before baking.

3. Bake the Cookies:

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are just set. The cookies will firm up as they cool, so don’t worry if the center still looks a little soft when you take them out.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

Once cooled, enjoy these Thick & Chewy NYC Christmas Cookies with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for the perfect holiday treat!

Tips:

If you prefer a thicker cookie, chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour before baking.
You can substitute half of the chocolate chips with white chocolate chips for a fun contrast.
For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the amount of cinnamon to 1 1/2 teaspoons.

These Thick & Chewy NYC Christmas Cookies are a holiday favorite with the perfect combination of chewy centers, crispy edges, and loads of festive flair. They’re sure to be a hit at any holiday party or cookie exchange!