There’s something magical about the holiday season, isn’t there? Twinkling lights, cozy evenings, and the warm aroma of cookies baking in the oven. This year, why not take a classic favorite and give it a festive makeover? Enter: Holiday Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies — the ultimate combination of chewy, chocolatey goodness and a burst of colorful holiday cheer.

The Magic of the Cookie

Chocolate chip cookies are already a universally loved treat, but adding holiday sprinkles takes them to a whole new level. The sprinkles aren’t just decorative; they infuse each bite with the spirit of the season. Think of them as edible confetti, turning every cookie into a mini celebration.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

Quick and Easy: The recipe is straightforward, so it’s perfect for busy holiday schedules.
Kid-Friendly: Little ones love helping with the sprinkles, making this a fun family activity.
Versatile: Customize the sprinkles to match any holiday theme — red and green for Christmas, blue and white for Hanukkah, or even sparkly gold for New Year’s!
Crowd-Pleaser: Whether it’s a cookie exchange, holiday party, or a quiet evening at home, these cookies always disappear fast.

How to Make Holiday Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies

Here’s a quick rundown of how to whip up these festive treats:

Ingredients:

1 cup butter flavored shortening
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups milk chocolate chips
1/3 cup holiday sprinkles

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F.
With a mixer or a wooden spoon, mix together shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and eggs.
Once the batter is smooth and silky looking, add in the baking soda, salt, and flour. Mix well.
Lastly, by hand mix in the chocolate chips and the sprinkles.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and holiday sprinkles.
Chill the dough in the fridge for about 30-60 minutes. I return the dough to the fridge between batches to keep it cool, but that is optional.
While the dough is chilling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place a baking stone in the oven as it preheats.
Once the oven and baking stone are preheated, using a medium cookie dough scoop, drop the cookies a couple inches apart onto the baking stone. Do not press flat. Just leave them as dough balls. They will flatten out somewhat as they bake.
Bake for 13-14 minutes or until golden brown.
Immediately remove from the baking stone to cool.
They freeze well too. Store in an airtight container if you have some left.

Tips for the Best Cookies

Chill the Dough: If you have the time, chill the dough for 30-60 minutes before baking. This helps make for a softer cookie center with a slightly crisp outside.
Use Quality Ingredients: Good quality butter shortening and milk chocolate chips make a big difference in flavor.
Don’t Overbake: The cookies should look slightly golden brown on the top and ever so slightly underdone in the center when you take them out; they’ll continue to set as they cool.
Serve with Hot Chocolate: These cookies are awesome served with cup of hot chocolate!

Share the Joy

One of the best parts about these cookies is sharing them. Pack them up in festive tins or gift bags and surprise your friends, family, or neighbors. You can even pair them with a handwritten note or a holiday card for an extra personal touch.

So, grab your mixing bowl, put on some holiday music, and get ready to bake a batch (or two) of Holiday Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies. They’re a little bit classic, a little bit festive, and a whole lot of delicious—the perfect addition to your holiday traditions!

Happy Baking!

Holiday Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies

There’s something magical about the holiday season, isn’t there? Twinkling lights, cozy evenings, and the warm aroma of cookies baking in the oven. This year, why not take a classic favorite and give it a festive makeover? Enter: Holiday Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies — the ultimate combination of chewy, chocolatey goodness and a burst of colorful holiday cheer.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate chip cookies, cookies

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 45

Chilling Time: 45

Total Time: 2

Servings:

Calories: 178kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 cup Butter flavored shortening
¾ cup Brown sugar
¾ cup Granulated sugar
1 tsp Vanilla
2 large Eggs
1 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp Salt
2 ⅔ cup All-purpose flour
2 cup Milk chocolate chips
⅓ cup Holiday Sprinkles

Instructions

With a mixer or a wooden spoon, mix together shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and eggs.
Once the batter is smooth and silky looking, add in the baking soda, salt, and flour. Mix well.
Lastly, by hand mix in the chocolate chips and the sprinkles.
Chill the dough in the fridge for about 30-60 minutes. I return the dough to the fridge between batches to keep it cool, but that is optional.
While the dough is chilling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place a baking stone in the oven as it preheats.
Once the oven and baking stone are preheated, using a medium cookie dough scoop, drop the cookies a couple inches apart onto the baking stone. Do not press flat. Just leave them as dough balls. They will flatten out somewhat as they bake.
Bake for 13-14 minutes or until golden brown.
Immediately remove from the baking stone to cool.
Store in an airtight container if you have some left. They freeze well too.