These Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are a festive twist on the classic “kitchen sink” cookie, loaded with chocolate chips, caramel, nuts, marshmallows, and M&Ms for a fun and colorful treat. They’re perfect for the holidays, family gatherings, or as a sweet gift. With a soft and chewy texture, each bite is bursting with flavor and holiday cheer!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
✔ Loaded with Flavor – Packed with all your favorite treats in one cookie.
✔ Customizable – Use your favorite holiday candies or mix-ins!
✔ Perfect for Gifting – They look as good as they taste.
✔ Fun & Festive – Great for Christmas parties or cookie exchanges.
Ingredients (Makes 24-30 cookies)
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup caramel bits (or chopped caramels)
- ½ cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup M&Ms (red and green for Christmas vibes)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
How to Make Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies
Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 3: Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Step 4: Add the Mix-ins
- Fold in the chocolate chips, caramel bits, mini marshmallows, M&Ms, and chopped nuts.
Step 5: Shape the Cookies
- Scoop out 2-inch portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press the cookies down slightly to flatten them.
Step 6: Bake & Cool
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the center is still soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies
🎨 Customize the Mix-ins – Swap out M&Ms for peppermints, white chocolate chips, or even holiday sprinkles.
⏳ Do Not Overbake – Keep an eye on the cookies. They should be soft in the center and firm at the edges.
🎁 Gift Idea – Package these cookies in a festive tin or jar for an easy holiday gift.
❄️ Chill the Dough – For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Storage & Make-Ahead
📦 Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
🧊 Freezing: Freeze unbaked cookie dough balls for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen for about 12-14 minutes.
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