Description
Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate springtime indulgence that’ll brighten up any celebration. Combining the classic taste of chocolate chip cookies with colorful Easter candies, these treats are sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Their soft and chewy texture, complemented by vibrant hues, makes them a wonderful addition to your festive gatherings or as thoughtful gifts. Easy to make and highly customizable, these cookies capture the spirit of the season perfectly. Get ready to whip up a batch that will bring smiles and joy to everyone at your table!
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 the 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 the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and half of the Easter candies gently.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets. Press remaining candies on top for decoration.
- Bake for about 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft.
- Cool on the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg