Get ready to transform your holiday baking game with these irresistible Holiday Surprise Basket Cookies that are about to become the star of every festive gathering! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden cookie packed with rich chocolate chips, crunchy nuts, and delightful coconut shreds - a magical combination that promises to make your taste buds dance with joy. These aren't just cookies; they're a celebration of flavor, texture, and holiday cheer wrapped up in one delectable package!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingertips to create a uniform shape.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the dough mix more evenly.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough instead of tender.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to measure each portion.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup.
- Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep them soft and fresh.
- For extra festive flair, consider drizzling melted white chocolate over cooled cookies.
- Experiment with different nut varieties like pecans or almonds for unique flavor profiles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg
