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Easter Cookies Recipe

Deliciously Chewy Easter Cookies Recipe for Spring Celebrations

This Easter Cookies Recipe is a delightful and simple way to celebrate spring with soft, chewy cookies bursting with colorful M&M's.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; gluten-free flour can work but may affect texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder This leavening agent helps cookies rise perfectly.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Enhances the cookies' spread and beautiful color.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness; an essential flavor enhancer.
  • 0.75 cups Unsalted Butter Contributes richness and tenderness; ensure it’s softened but cool.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds a touch of sweetness with a crispy texture.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Infuses moisture and a hint of delightful caramel-like flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together; for the best results, use a cold egg.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor profile to new heights.
For the Fun Factor
  • 1 cup Pastel M&M's These colorful gems add sweetness and eye-catching decoration.
  • 0.5 cups White Chocolate Chips Adds a creamy layer of sweetness; substitute with semi-sweet chocolate for a deeper taste.
  • 0.25 cups Pastel Sprinkles These cheerful decorations give the cookies an extra fun flair.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in one large cold egg and the pure vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the pastel M&M's and white chocolate chips without breaking them.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, portion out 1½ to 2½ tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-11 minutes, keeping a close watch until the edges are set and centers are slightly underbaked.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

To maintain the soft and chewy texture, ensure butter is softened but not greasy, and slightly underbake the cookies.

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