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Delight in Spring: M&M Bunny Cookies

Delight in Spring: M&M Bunny Cookies for a Sweet Celebration

Delight in Spring: M&M Bunny Cookies are colorful treats perfect for cheerful gatherings, combining soft, chewy goodness with vibrant pastel M&Ms.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; no substitutions necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Vital for achieving a light texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for a chewy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor; sea salt is an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Add richness and creamy texture.
For Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
For Binding
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients; room temperature recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor; substitutions may alter taste.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup milk chocolate pastel M&Ms Essential for a festive look.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Scoop out 2-3 tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet with about 2 inches space between them.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
  8. Press pastel M&Ms into warm cookies right out of the oven.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill dough if it gets too warm to maintain shape. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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