Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun and delicious treat that’s perfect for kids and adults alike? Introducing the Cookie Monster Easter Egg, a delightful dessert that’s sure to put a smile on your face. Whether you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the kids or simply want to indulge in something sweet, this recipe is the perfect choice. So, put on your apron, grab your ingredients, and let’s get started!
Recipe 1: Classic Cookie Monster Easter Egg
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Blue food coloring
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed Oreos
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and a few drops of blue food coloring to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
- Shape the dough into an egg shape and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted and smooth.
- Dip the cooled cookie egg into the melted white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed Oreos.
- Let the chocolate harden before enjoying!
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 Cookie Monster Easter Egg
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 44g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Total Sugars: 31g
- Protein: 4g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 15-18 minutes | Total Time: 35-38 minutes
Equipment:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer
- Microwave-safe bowl
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy the Cookie Monster Easter Egg on its own or serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Variations:
Swap the white chocolate for dark or milk chocolate for a different flavor. You could also use different types of crushed cookies, such as Nutter Butters or chocolate sandwich cookies.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have blue food coloring, you can skip it or use a different color. You could also use vanilla candy melts instead of white chocolate chips.
Storage:
The Cookie Monster Easter Egg can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips:
- Make sure the butter is softened before beating it with the sugar to ensure a smooth dough.
- Don’t overmix the dough, or the cookies will become tough.
- Let the cookies cool completely before dipping them in the melted chocolate to prevent the chocolate from melting.
- You can use a toothpick to make the eyes and mouth of the Cookie Monster before the chocolate sets.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I make this recipe without eggs?
- Can I freeze the Cookie Monster Easter Egg?
- What type of food coloring should I use?
Yes, you could use a flax egg or applesauce as a substitute.
We don’t recommend freezing this recipe as the texture may change once thawed.
We recommend using gel food coloring as it won’t affect the texture of the dough.
Recipe 2: Peanut Butter Cookie Monster Easter Egg
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Blue food coloring
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peanut butter cups
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and a few drops of blue food coloring to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
- Shape the dough into an egg shape and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted and smooth.
- Dip the cooled cookie egg into the melted milk chocolate and sprinkle with crushed peanut butter cups.
- Let the chocolate harden before enjoying!
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 Cookie Monster Easter Egg
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 47g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Total Sugars: 33g
- Protein: 7g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 15-18 minutes | Total Time: 35-38 minutes
Equipment:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer
- Microwave-safe bowl
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy the Peanut Butter Cookie Monster Easter Egg on its own or serve it with a glass of cold milk for a classic combination.
Variations:
Swap the peanut butter cups for chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips for a different texture. You could also use dark or white chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have peanut butter, you could use almond butter or sunflower butter instead.
Storage:
The Peanut Butter Cookie Monster Easter Egg can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips:
- Make sure