Candy-Coated Milk Chocolate Pieces Party Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup softened butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups candy-coated milk chocolate pieces

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease baking sheets.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.
3. Stir in the candy-coated milk chocolate pieces. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Candy-coated milk chocolate pieces are a popular choice for cookie recipes, as they add a bit of crunch and sweetness to the finished product.
• These cookies can easily be adapted to any holiday or special occasion. Simply use different colors of candy pieces to create unique designs.
• This recipe can also be used to make cookie bars. Simply spread the cookie dough into a 9x13 inch pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.