Description
Delicious Christmas Cookies with Cool Whip are soft, spiced cookies perfect for the holiday season. Featuring warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, these festive cookies are topped with a creamy dollop of Cool Whip and colorful sprinkles, making them a delightful treat for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Topping
- 1 tub (8 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed
- Colored sprinkles or sanding sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This creates a smooth base for the cookies.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to distribute the spices evenly throughout the dough.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Add optional mix-ins: Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if you are using them. This adds texture and flavor to the cookies.
- Shape the cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Cool completely: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. This helps the cookies set.
- Add Cool Whip topping: Once the cookies have cooled, top each cookie with a generous dollop of thawed Cool Whip and sprinkle with colored sprinkles or sanding sugar for a festive appearance.
Notes
- These cookies can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping them fresh and delicious.
- For enhanced flavor, add a teaspoon of almond extract or orange zest to the dough before mixing.
- Use mini chocolate chips or crushed candy canes instead of nuts or chips for added holiday flair and texture.
