Description
Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic favorite, perfect for springtime celebrations. With their soft, chewy texture and vibrant colors from candy-coated chocolates, these cookies are sure to bring joy to any gathering. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch or simply sharing them with loved ones, their festive appeal and delicious flavor make them a must-bake treat. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite candies, these cookies will add sweetness and fun to your holiday festivities.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 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 colorful candy-coated chocolates
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 the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and half of the colorful candies using a spatula.
- Scoop dollops of dough onto prepared baking sheets and press remaining candies on top for decoration.
- Bake for about 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft.
- Cool on the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- 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: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Experiment with different types of chocolate chips or add nuts for varied flavors.