Description
Easter Basket Cookies are adorable, soft sugar cookies topped with a sweet frosting “nest” and filled with colorful candy eggs. They’re easy to make, super fun to decorate with kids, and perfect for Easter parties, brunch tables, or gifting.
Ingredients
For the cookies:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
For the frosting (nest):
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1-2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Green food coloring (for grass effect)
For decorating:
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Mini candy eggs (like Cadbury Mini Eggs, jelly beans, or M&M’s)
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Shredded coconut (optional, dyed green for extra texture)
Instructions
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Make the cookie dough:
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms. -
Shape and bake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to press a slight indent into the center of each cookie.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are just lightly golden. Let cool completely. -
Make the frosting:
In a medium bowl, beat butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, beating until fluffy.
Mix in green food coloring until desired shade is reached.
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Decorate:
Spoon or pipe frosting into the center of each cooled cookie to resemble grass.
Top with 2–3 mini candy eggs. Optional: sprinkle dyed shredded coconut for extra texture.
Notes
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Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
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Make ahead by baking the cookies in advance and decorating closer to serving time.
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Great project for kids—let them help decorate their own cookies!