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Easter Bunny Button Cookies

Easter Bunny Button Cookies: Sweet Treats for Spring Celebrations

These Easter Bunny Button Cookies are adorable treats that evoke joyful memories of Easter celebrations, with a sweet shortbread texture and vibrant M&M candy centers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks separated
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour sifted
For the Coating
  • 1/4 cup sanding sugar
  • 1 cup chocolate M&M candy

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Scoop about one teaspoon of dough, roll into a ball, and coat in sanding sugar.
  6. Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the baking sheet and press an M&M candy into the center of each.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  8. Let cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be made with various candy options to fit the season or occasion. Store in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh.

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