Mini Egg Cookies (Print View)

Buttery, chewy cookies loaded with colorful chocolate mini eggs—ideal for spring celebrations and festive 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 baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

10 - 1 1/2 cups mini chocolate eggs, coarsely chopped
11 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
06 - Gently fold in chopped mini eggs and chocolate chips, if using.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
08 - Press a few extra mini egg pieces on top of each dough ball for a festive look.
09 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and centers look just set.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • That irresistible combination of buttery dough and creamy chocolate chunks that somehow tastes even better when the eggs are slightly melted inside
  • They are basically edible confetti that makes everyone smile before they even take a bite
02 -
  • If you want that extra chewy texture, pull them out when the centers still look slightly underdone
  • Room temperature ingredients make a huge difference in how the dough comes together
03 -
  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking helps prevent too much spreading
  • Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top right after baking for a fancy touch