These Easter Candy Cookies are not only delicious but also fun to make with the whole family. Filled with colorful candies, they are perfect for Easter parties or as a sweet treat for your loved ones.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Easter candy (such as mini eggs, jelly beans, M&M's)
- 1/2 cup pastel-colored sprinkles
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in the Easter candy and sprinkles until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these colorful and festive Easter Candy Cookies with your loved ones!
