Description
Indulge in the joy of Speckled Egg Easter Shortbread Cookies, perfect for celebrating the season! These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are adorned with colorful sprinkles resembling Easter eggs, making them a delightful treat for any gathering. Their sweet aroma and vibrant appearance will brighten your table and bring smiles to all. Whether enjoyed fresh or saved for later, these cookies are sure to create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup sprinkles or colored candy coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in your choice of sprinkles until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the edges but still soft in the center. Allow to cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg