Description
A delightful and festive dessert that symbolizes togetherness and joy during the Christmas season, perfect for family baking traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, adding vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Mix in any chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Once cooled, frost as desired and slice to serve.
Notes
This recipe can be personalized with various add-ins like dried fruit or flavored extracts. It’s perfect for holiday decorations!
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg