Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies (Print Version)
Versatile holiday cookies with endless mix-in possibilities, combining chocolate, nuts, oats and festive ingredients in one delicious treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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225g all-purpose flour
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113g unsalted butter, softened
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100g granulated sugar
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100g brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Mix-ins
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100g chocolate chips
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50g chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
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50g rolled oats
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50g dried cranberries or cherries
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30g shredded coconut
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
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Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
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Gently fold in chocolate chips, nuts, oats, dried fruit, and coconut until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 5cm (2 inches) apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still appear slightly soft.
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Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
# Notes:
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These cookies are perfect for using leftover holiday baking ingredients
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For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking
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Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months
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Makes an excellent homemade gift when packaged in decorative tins