15+ Christmas Pretzel Cookies Recipe Elevate Your Taste Buds!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup crushed pretzels
• ½ cup chocolate chips
• ½ cup holiday sprinkles

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Gently fold in the crushed pretzels and chocolate chips.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Using your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
8. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
9. Once done, remove from the oven and immediately fill the indentations with holiday sprinkles.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Variations:

These Christmas pretzel cookies are easily customizable to suit your preferences. Here are a few ideas to try:

• White chocolate: Swap out the chocolate chips for white chocolate chips for a different flavor.
• Candy cane: Crush up some candy canes and mix them in with the pretzels for a festive twist.
• Nuts: Add in some chopped nuts for a little extra crunch.
• Coconut: Mix in some shredded coconut for a tropical twist on this holiday treat.

These Christmas pretzel cookies are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. They are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, and the fun toppings make them a unique and festive treat. Give them a try and add them to your holiday baking repertoire!