Pastel Candy-Centered Butter Cookies: Easy, Buttery Treat Recipe
Soft, buttery cookies centered with colorful pastel candies, perfect for brightening up Easter or any festive occasion. These delightful cookies bring a buttery melt-in-your-mouth texture combined with sweet candy centers for a bite-sized burst of fun.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pastel candy pieces like pastel M&Ms or pastel chocolate candies, about 24 pieces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix until the dough just comes together.
- Scoop dough into 1-1½ inch balls and place on baking sheets.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly and press one pastel candy into the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges start to turn golden.
- Let cool on baking sheets 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Use your favorite pastel candies for a colorful look.
- Cookies stay soft and buttery the next day if stored in an airtight container.
- Press candies gently to avoid cracking cookies.
- These cookies make a cheerful treat for spring or holiday celebrations.
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