Description
Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect springtime treat, combining the classic appeal of chocolate chip cookies with festive Easter candies. These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with vibrant colors, making them an irresistible addition to any gathering. With a simple recipe that even novice bakers can follow, you can easily customize these cookies by swapping in your favorite candies or sprinkles. Ideal for sharing, gifting, or simply enjoying at home, these delightful treats will bring sweetness to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 Easter M&Ms or candy-coated chocolate eggs
Instructions
- Preheat 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 and add vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and half of the Easter candies.
- Scoop portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets; press remaining candies on top for decoration.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden while centers remain soft.
- Let 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 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg