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Mini Egg Shortbread Cookies

A buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat filled with colorful mini chocolate eggs, perfect for sharing or indulging.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use high-quality butter for rich flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Balances the buttery richness.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift before measuring to avoid clumps.
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Eggs Choose pastel-colored for presentation.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates flavors and adds warmth.

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Gradually mix in all-purpose flour and vanilla extract until combined well, forming a soft dough.
  4. Gently fold in mini chocolate eggs into the dough, being careful not to crush them.
  5. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out dough onto prepared baking sheets lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any occasion and can be customized with citrus zest or chocolate chips.

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