# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Decorations
09 - 1/2 cup festive Hanukkah or Christmas sprinkles
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or wooden spoon to beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Blend in the egg and pure vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined; avoid overmixing.
06 - Gently fold half of the festive sprinkles into the dough.
07 - Portion dough into tablespoon-sized pieces. Roll into balls approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. Dip tops into remaining sprinkles.
08 - Position cookie dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers appear set but remain soft.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack until fully cooled.
