Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Chocolate Chip Special Occasion Cookies. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are a holiday favorite, bringing joy to gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply adding a sweet touch to your home. Dipped in chocolate and adorned with colorful sprinkles, each bite offers a rich chocolate flavor that is both comforting and celebratory. Whether you’re baking with family or gifting to friends, this recipe is easy to follow, making holiday baking an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Ingredients

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3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 sticks unsalted butter
½ cup granulated sugar
1 ¼ cups light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 ¾ cups mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
16 oz chocolate melting wafers (for decorating)
Assorted Special Occasion sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Cream butter and sugars in a stand mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown; cool on racks.
Melt chocolate wafers as directed; dip cookies halfway in chocolate and sprinkle with decorations.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Customize your cookies by using different types of chocolate or sprinkle colors.