If you love cookies that are loaded with EVERYTHING Christmas, these Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies are about to become your holiday favorite. Packed with pretzels, festive candies, chocolate chips, sprinkles, and seasonal mix-ins, they’re the perfect blend of sweet, salty, chewy, and crunchy.
Think Christmas monster cookies with pretzels, everything Christmas cookies, and Christmas cookies with pretzels all combined into one magical treat.
This recipe is perfect for:
✔ Holiday cookie boxes
✔ Cookie exchanges
✔ Christmas parties
✔ Kids’ cookie decorating nights
✔ Anyone who loves chaotic, delicious, overstuffed cookies
With simple ingredients and endless mix-in possibilities, these cookies deliver bold holiday flavor and a fun, colorful assortment worthy of Mrs. Claus’ kitchen.
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Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Bake Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 57 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
Ingredients List
Cookie Dough Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Holiday Mix-Ins (The Fun Part!)
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- ½ cup red & green M&M’s
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- ¼ cup holiday sprinkles
- ½ cup toffee bits (optional)
- Optional add-ins: crushed peppermint, mini marshmallows, caramel bits
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just the basics:
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cookie scoop
- Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cream the butter & sugars
Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. - Add eggs & vanilla
Mix until smooth and creamy. - Combine dry ingredients
Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. - Form the dough
Add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined. - Fold in mix-ins
Stir in pretzels, M&M’s, chocolate chips, and sprinkles. - Chill the dough
Refrigerate for 30 minutes helps cookies spread correctly. - Scoop & bake
Scoop 2 tbsp balls → place on lined sheet → bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes. - Cool & enjoy
Let cool 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Enjoy the magical crunch + chew combo! 🎄✨
Pro Tips
- Add extra mix-ins over the top before baking for bakery-style looks.
- Chill dough to keep cookies thick and chewy.
- Crushed pretzels = better texture vs whole pretzels.
- Make ahead: Dough freezes perfectly for up to 3 months.
- Holiday variations: Swap M&M’s for peppermint bark pieces.
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cookie | 160 | 2g | 21g | 7g | 1g | 14g |
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on your ingredients.
Mrs. Claus’ Famous Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add in eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in pretzels, M&M’s, chocolate chips, and sprinkles.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes. Scoop onto baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes or until golden. Cool on wire rack.
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Notes
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These Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies combine everything magical about holiday baking — chocolate, pretzels, candies, and festive sprinkles into one fun, chewy, crunchy, irresistible cookie. Easy to customize and perfect for gifting, cookie trays, and parties, this recipe will quickly become a cherished holiday tradition.
FAQs
Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Yes freeze dough balls up to 3 months.
Can I add peanuts or nuts?
Absolutely pecans, cashews, or peanuts work.
Do I have to add pretzels?
No, but the salty crunch makes them incredible.