EASTER BASKET COOKIES
These Easter Basket Cookies are soft, colorful, and fun to make. Perfect for gifting or decorating with kids for spring celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For Decoration:
- Colored frosting
- Sprinkles
- Mini chocolate eggs
Instructions
Prepare Cookie Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until dough forms.
Shape and Bake Cookies:
- Scoop dough into small balls and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Flatten slightly with fingers or a spatula.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely on wire racks before decorating.
Decorate Cookies:
- Use colored frosting to pipe baskets or designs on cookies.
- Add sprinkles and mini chocolate eggs on top as desired.
- Serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Tip: Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
- Variation: Add almond extract or lemon zest to the dough for extra flavor.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.