Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies combine rich chocolate chips with vibrant Easter M&M's for a burst of flavor and festive charm. Easy to make and perfect for any Easter celebration, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. Whether you're enjoying them with a glass of milk or as a tasty snack on their own, these Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious way to add sweetness to your holiday festivities.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Electric mixer or hand mixer (optional)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Cookie scoop or spoon
- Wire rack for cooling
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup M&M's Easter colors preferred
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and M&M's until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.