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Easter Egg Cookies

Delightful Easter Egg Cookies that are colorful and soft, perfect for celebrations and custom decorations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base

  • 1 cup butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Decorations

  • 1 cup chocolate chips or candy-coated chocolates For decorating.
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Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Cream until fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually stir the dry mixture into the creamed mixture without overmixing.
  • Roll the dough into small balls and shape them into egg forms.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheets spaced adequately, and flatten each egg slightly.

Baking

  • Bake cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
  • Decorate warm cookies with chocolate chips or candy-coated chocolates.
  • Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

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Notes

Cookie variations and expert tips may include adding coconut, using nut butter, or varying decorations.
Keyword Baking, Cookie Recipes, Easter cookies, Egg-Shaped Cookies, Festive Treats