Good Christmas Cookie

Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked cookies filling the air during the holiday season? In this recipe, I’ll show you how to make the perfect Good Christmas Cookie that will delight your taste buds and warm your heart. These cookies are a delightful combination of sweet and festive flavors, making them the ideal treat for sharing with loved ones or for indulging in your cozy home. Let’s get baking!

Good Christmas Cookie

Ingredients:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup white chocolate chips
– 1 cup dried cranberries

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
6. Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These Good Christmas Cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of cocoa by the fireplace. The combination of sweet white chocolate, tart cranberries, and buttery cookie base will make these treats a staple in your festive baking repertoire. Be sure to store any leftovers (if there are any!) in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. Share the joy of homemade cookies this holiday season with these delightful treats that will bring smiles to everyone who tastes them. Happy baking!