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Pastel Candy-Centered Butter Cookies Recipe

Pastel Candy-Centered Butter Cookies Recipe
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These Pastel Candy-Centered Butter Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. These soft, buttery cookies are filled with colorful pastel chocolate candies that add a pop of sweetness to every bite.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup pastel chocolate candies or candy-coated chocolates (such as M&Ms or similar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  6. Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Add toppings: Press 2–3 pastel candies gently into the center of each cookie.
  8. Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool and serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, use pastel-colored sprinkles in addition to candies.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if the kitchen is warm to help maintain shape.

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