Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some delicious Nestle Toll House Easter cookies? These cookies are not only tasty but are also a fun activity for the whole family. In this blog post, we will share two different recipes for Nestle Toll House Easter cookies that you can try with your loved ones. So let’s get baking!
Recipe 1: Nestle Toll House Easter Egg Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
- Assorted Easter candy, such as mini eggs and jelly beans
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract and beat well.
- Gradually beat in the flour mixture.
- Stir in the Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Press down on the dough balls with your fingers to flatten them slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and press the Easter candy onto the cookies while they are still warm.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 200
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 120mg
Total Carbohydrates: 26g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 17g
Protein: 2g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes per batch
Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Serving Suggestions:
These Nestle Toll House Easter Egg Cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family during Easter celebrations. Serve them with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for a delicious treat.
Variations:
You can switch up the Easter candy used in this recipe to create different variations of the cookies. Try using different colors of mini eggs or different flavors of jelly beans.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, you can use any brand of chocolate chips. You can also use different types of chocolate chips, such as milk chocolate or dark chocolate.
Storage:
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips:
- Be sure to press down on the dough balls slightly before baking to ensure that the cookies bake evenly.
- Use a variety of Easter candy to make the cookies more colorful and festive.
- If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for 30 minutes before rolling into balls.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes, you can freeze these cookies for up to 3 months. Store them in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Can I use different types of candy?
Yes, you can use any type of candy that you like. Just be sure to press it onto the cookies while they are still warm.
Recipe 2: Nestle Toll House Easter Bunny Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
- White chocolate chips
- Pink decorating sugar
- Mini marshmallows
- Candy eyes
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract and beat well.
- Gradually beat in the flour mixture.
- Stir in the Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Press down on the dough balls with your fingers to flatten them slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Spread the white chocolate on the top half of each cookie to create the bunny’s face.
- Sprinkle pink decorating sugar on top of the white chocolate to create the bunny’s ears.
- Place two mini marshmallows on the face for the bunny’s cheeks.
- Press two candy eyes onto the face for the bunny’s eyes.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 220
Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 130mg
Total Carbohydrates: 29g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 21g
Protein: 2g
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes per batch
Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave-safe bowl
Serving Suggestions:
These Nestle Toll House Easter Bunny Cookies are perfect for Easter parties or as a fun treat for kids. Serve them with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for a delicious snack.
Variations:
You can use different types of decorating sugar or candy to create different variations of the bunny cookies. Try using different colors of candy eyes or different types of sprinkles.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have white chocolate chips, you can use any type of white chocolate that you like. You can also use frosting instead of white chocolate to create the bunny’s face.
Storage:
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips:
- Be sure to let the cookies cool slightly before decorating them.
- If the white chocolate is too thick to spread, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil and stir until smooth.
- Use a toothpick to spread the pink decorating sugar onto the white chocolate