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Hey there, holiday bakers!
Are you in the mood for some festive treats? I’ve got a classic recipe that you won’t want to miss.
Today, I’m sharing my favorite Christmas cookies made with Crisco.
These cookies are soft, buttery, and perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).
Get ready to fill your home with the sweetest smells of the season! Let’s dive into this deliciousness!
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 8-13 minutes |
| Total Time | 23-33 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup crisco butter flavor shortening
- 1 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking when your cookie dough is prepared.
Step 2: Cream the Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup of Crisco butter-flavored shortening and 1 1/4 cups of light brown sugar.
Add 2 tablespoons of milk and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.
Beat the mixture with a mixer on medium speed until well blended.
Next, add 1 egg to the mixture and beat until thoroughly combined.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating until just blended.
Step 4: Add Chocolate Chips and Optional Nuts
Stir in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
If desired, add 1 cup of coarsely chopped walnuts and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 5: Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
Flatten each cookie slightly with a spoon to help them spread properly while baking.
Step 6: Bake the Cookies
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes if you prefer chewy cookies, or 11 to 13 minutes for crisp cookies.
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 7: Enjoy Your Cookies
After the cookies have cooled down, they’re ready to be enjoyed!
Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
