Description
Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect delightful treat to celebrate the spring season! These cookies combine the classic flavors of chocolate chip cookies with a festive twist, featuring colorful candies that evoke the spirit of Easter. With their soft and chewy texture and vibrant appearance, these cookies will be a hit at any gathering. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch or looking for a fun baking activity with family, these cookies are easy to make and sure to bring joy to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Easter M&Ms or candy-coated chocolate eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and half of the candy-coated chocolates.
- Scoop dollops of dough onto prepared baking sheets and top each cookie with remaining candies.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg