Description
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chocolate chips
1/2 cup pastel-colored M&M’s (or other Easter candy)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry to the wet , mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips, pastel M&M’s, and walnuts (if using).
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to
cool completely.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal per cookie
Servings: 24 cookies
