Want to make sure your Christmas cookies are up to Santa’s standards? Follow these expert guidelines and tips to bake the perfect Christmas Cookies for Santa that will earn you extra points with Mr. Claus himself.
Are you hoping to win over Santa’s taste buds this Christmas season?
Well, look no further! We’ve got the inside scoop on exactly how to make the perfect cookies that will have Mr. Claus singing your praises.
Get ready to unleash your inner baker as we take you through Santa’s Cookie Guidelines – a step-by-step guide to ensure your treats are nothing short of extraordinary.
As you gather your ingredients, remember that quality is key. Seek out reputable suppliers and trusted brands that prioritize freshness and excellence
Don’t be afraid to splurge a little on the ingredients that will make your cookies truly exceptional – Santa will surely notice and appreciate the extra effort.
Remember, if you use cheap chocolate chips, they’re going to taste like cheap chocolate chips.
Ingredients Christmas Cookies for Santa:
- cups of all-purpose flour
- baking soda
- salt
- butter, softened
- white sugar
- brown sugar
- vanilla extract
- eggs
- semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Christmas M&Ms
- mini pretzels
Ingredient amounts and entire recipe directions are in the recipe card below with a print option!
How To Make Santa’s Favorite Cookies:
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Preheat oven to 350F.
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Add salt and baking soda to flour to a large bowl and whisk together.
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In another mixing bowl, add brown sugar, sugar, and softened butter and mix until creamy.
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Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until creamy and without clumps.
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Gradually mix in the flour until a thick batter forms.
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Chop the pretzels into small bits.
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Add the chocolate chips, M&Ms, and pretzel bits.
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Mix Well.
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Using a small cookie scoop, scoop out cookie dough. Roll into a ball and place on a prepared baking sheet. You can spray the cookie sheet with oil or lay down parchment paper.
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Cook at 350°F for 13 minutes.
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Once done, slightly press the cookies down with a flat spatula and let the cookies rest for 5 minutes.
Once the cookies are baked to perfection, remember to allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This allows the cookies to set and firm up, preventing them from crumbling or breaking apart. -
Remove the cookies onto a wire rack for further cooling.
Kids will love setting out a big plate of these cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve this year!
Beautiful cookies with minimal decorating.
What Other Add-Ins Can I Use?
You could try adding in some Christmas sprinkles and white chocolate chips too!
More Christmas Cookie Recipes:
- Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies
- Chocolate Dipped Meringue Sandwich Cookies
- Reindeer Gingerbread Cookies : Upside Down Gingerbread Man Reindeer Cookies
- Easy Santa Oreo Cookies
More Christmas Dessert Recipes:
- Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles
- Hot Chocolate Dip
- Chocolate Chip Rudolph Cheese Ball
- Buddy The Elf™ Sweet Maple Chex™ Mix
Christmas Cookies for Santa
Christmas Cookies for Santa
Ingredients
- 3 cups of flour (380g)
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 sticks of butter, softened
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup Christmas M&Ms
- 1/2 cup mini pretzels
Instructions
Add salt and baking soda to flour to a large bowl and mix.
In another mixing bowl, add brown sugar, sugar and softened butter and mix until creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until creamy and without clumps.
Gradually mix in the flour until a thick batter forms.
Chop the pretzels into small bits.
Add the chocolate chips, M&Ms, and pretzel bits.
Using a small cookie scoop, scoop out cookie dough. Roll into ball and place on an oil sprayed baking sheet.
Cook on 350° for 13 minutes.
Once done, slightly press the cookies down with a flat spatula and let cookies rest for 5 minutes.
Remove the cookies onto a baking rack for further cooling.
Serve on or before Christmas Eve with a glass of milk.
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