Christmas Crack Cookies Recipe: Easy and Festive Treats
These festive cookies combine the flavors of chocolate, oats, and peppermint for a delightful holiday treat. Perfect for sharing during the Christmas season.
Servings 24
Calories 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the pure vanilla extract and mix until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring gently.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies over the warm cookies immediately after baking.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, drizzle with melted white chocolate and garnish with crushed peppermint.