Pastel M&M Easter Egg Cookies

These delightful Pastel M&M Easter Egg Cookies are a classic treat that perfectly capture the spirit of spring. Soft and chewy, these cookies are studded with colorful pastel M&M candies, adding a fun crunch and a burst of sweetness in every bite. Ideal for Easter celebrations or any festive occasion, these cookies are simple to make and sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups pastel M&M candies

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the pastel M&M candies gently with a spatula.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.