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Easter Cookies


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies with a tender, chewy center, decorated with pastel icing and sprinkles, perfect for celebrating Easter.


Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • Pastel colored icing and sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until well incorporated.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, blending until combined.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly and decorate with icing and sprinkles.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let them cool on wire racks.

Notes

Serve these cookies with coffee, tea, or milk for a delightful treat. They can be made gluten-free and frozen for later enjoyment.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Easter Cookies, Spring Desserts, Cookie Recipes, Festive Bakes