Soft Chewy Easter Bunny Cookies (Printable Version)
Soft, chewy cookies loaded with colorful M&M candies, shaped into adorable bunnies perfect for Easter celebrations and spring gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
09 - 1 cup chocolate M&M candies
10 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
→ Decoration
11 - Extra M&M candies for topping
12 - Bunny-shaped marshmallows or edible eyes
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Gently fold in M&M candies and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, place dough balls about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Top each with extra M&M candies and optional bunny decorations.
08 - Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underbaked.
09 - Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The soft, chewy center stays tender for days, making them perfect for Easter baskets or unexpected guests
- Kids and adults alike go crazy for the festive colors and that perfect crunch of chocolate candy in every bite
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- Underbaking slightly is intentional, these cookies continue cooking on the hot baking sheet and stay soft for days
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes prevents spreading too thin and creates thicker, chewier cookies
03 -
- Scoop your dough balls onto a plate and chill them while the oven preheats for perfectly round cookies
- Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for even golden color