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Thick NYC Christmas Cookies

Enjoy these thick, chewy cookies inspired by NYC holiday traditions, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugars, then add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Combine dry and wet, then fold in chocolate chips and nuts.
  5. Drop spoonfuls onto baking sheets and bake 10-12 mins.

Notes

For softer cookies, slightly underbake and cool on racks.