What were hitlers plan for a counter attack in the ardennes in December 1944?

In December 1944, Adolf Hitler launched a surprise counteroffensive known as the Battle of the Bulge in the Ardennes Forest. The plan aimed to split Allied forces, capture the vital port of Antwerp, and encircle and destroy a significant portion of the Allied armies. Hitler sought to exploit a perceived weakness in the Allied lines during the winter, hoping for a decisive victory that could turn the tide of the war in favor of Germany. However, despite initial successes, the offensive ultimately faltered due to logistical issues and strong Allied resistance.