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M&M Bunny Cookies

Chewy M&M Bunny Cookies Perfect for Your Easter Celebration

Delight in these M&M Bunny Cookies, a soft and chewy treat perfect for Easter celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Enhances browning and gives a chewy edge.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Use room temperature for best texture.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Contributes moisture and flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Use at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Festive Touch
  • 9 pieces Milk Chocolate Pastel M&Ms Or substitute with other candies.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just incorporated.
  6. Scoop out portion sizes of dough and roll into balls, placing them on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Press 9 pastel M&Ms into each warm cookie.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For uniform sizes, use a 1½-inch scooper for the best results. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

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