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Easter Bunny Button Cookies Recipe

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Delight your Easter celebrations with these charming Easter Bunny Button Cookies. Soft, buttery cookies adorned with vibrant chocolate M&M candies create a festive and fun treat perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/3 cups all purpose flour

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup sanding sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate M&M candy

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, use a hand-held mixer to beat together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Egg Yolks and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg yolks and vanilla extract into the mixture. Beat until fully combined, ensuring a smooth batter.
  4. Mix in Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Shape Cookies: Portion the dough using a teaspoon measure, rolling each portion into a ball. Then roll each ball in the sanding sugar for a delicate sparkle and texture.
  6. Assemble Cookies: Place the sugared dough balls on the prepared baking sheet spaced apart. Gently press a chocolate M&M candy into the center of each cookie, pressing just enough to adhere without flattening the cookie shape.
  7. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
  8. Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 3-5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to maintain crisp edges and chewy centers.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature butter to ensure proper creaming with sugar.
  • Do not over-mix the dough once the flour is added to prevent tough cookies.
  • Sanding sugar adds a nice sparkle and texture but can be substituted with granulated sugar if needed.
  • Chocolate M&Ms can be replaced with other small candies or chocolate chips for variety.
  • Cookies are best enjoyed within 3 days and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Keywords: Easter cookies, Bunny cookies, Button cookies, Chocolate M&M cookies, Spring cookies, Holiday baking

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