Christmas Chocolate Cookies Nigella Lawson
Indulge in the cozy decadence of Nigella Lawson's Christmas Chocolate Cookies, a festive treat that perfectly captures the season's warm, spiced flavors. These soft, chewy cookies combine rich cocoa, aromatic cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg for a holiday-inspired twist, while decadent dark chocolate chips ensure every bite is irresistibly chocolatey. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short 12-minute bake, these cookies are as easy to make as they are delightful to eat—ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy night by the fire. Serve them with a glass of milk or a steaming cup of hot chocolate for a truly comforting treat that celebrates the magic of Christmas baking. Keywords: Christmas Chocolate Cookies, Nigella Lawson, holiday baking, spiced chocolate cookies, festive desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Plain flour
- 50 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 175 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 200 grams Caster sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 150 grams Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the plain flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and caster sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until well incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon until a dough forms. Do not overmix.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out dough balls and place them onto the prepared baking trays, leaving approximately 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking trays for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve with a generous glass of milk or hot chocolate, and enjoy the festive flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.1 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.4 g | 607% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 508.3 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.6 g | ||
| Protein | 54.1 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 31.1 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 1967 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
