Are you ready to whip up some delicious Easter-themed treats that are sure to impress your loved ones? Then you’ve come to the right place! In this blog post, we’ll be sharing two amazing recipes for Word Cookies Easter Event that are not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor. So, let’s get started!
Recipe 1: Easter Egg Hunt Cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Assorted Easter candy, such as jelly beans, chocolate eggs, and marshmallow peeps
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, beating until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Using your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately press assorted Easter candy into the center of each cookie.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 30mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 9g
- Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Equipment:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer
- Wire rack
Serving Suggestions:
These Easter Egg Hunt Cookies are perfect for any Easter celebration or party. Serve them as a dessert or a sweet snack.
Variations:
You can use different types of candy to decorate these cookies, such as M&Ms, chocolate chips, or sprinkles. You can also add food coloring to the dough to make the cookies more colorful.
Storage:
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips:
- Make sure to not overbake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy.
- Use an ice cream scoop to make the dough balls for more uniform cookies.
- Experiment with different types of candy and decorations for more fun and festive cookies.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I freeze these cookies?
- Can I use salted butter?
Yes, you can freeze these cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving.
Yes, you can use salted butter, but make sure to omit the salt from the recipe.
Recipe 2: Easter Bunny Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can vanilla frosting
- Pink food coloring
- 24 large marshmallows
- 48 mini marshmallows
- Chocolate chips
- Pink candy-coated chocolates, such as M&Ms
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fill each muffin cup 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the vanilla frosting and pink food coloring until well combined.
- Frost each cupcake with the pink frosting.
- Cut each large marshmallow in half diagonally to make the bunny ears.
- Place two marshmallow ears on each cupcake.
- Add two mini marshmallows for the bunny cheeks.
- Use chocolate chips for the bunny eyes and nose.
- Add pink candy-coated chocolates for the bunny nose.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 41g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 28g
- Protein: 2g
Cooking Time:
18-20 minutes
Equipment:
- Muffin tin
- Paper liners
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer
- Wire rack
Serving Suggestions:
These Easter Bunny Cupcakes are perfect for any Easter party or gathering. Serve them as a dessert or a sweet snack.
Variations:
You can use different types of frosting and decorations to make different types of bunnies. You can also experiment with different types of cake mix to make different flavors of cupcakes.
Storage:
Store these cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips:
- Make sure to not overfill the muffin cups to prevent the cupcakes from overflowing.
- Use a piping bag to make the frosting application easier and more precise.
- Experiment with different types of candy and decorations for more fun and festive cupcakes.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use a different type of frosting?
- Can I make these cupcakes ahead of time?
Yes, you can use any type of frosting you like, but make sure to adjust the food coloring accordingly.
Yes, you can make the cupcakes ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Frost them just before serving.
Final Thoughts
These Word Cookies Easter Event recipes are not only delicious but also fun to make. Whether you’re looking to impress your loved ones or just want to indulge in some festive treats, these recipes are perfect for any Easter celebration. So, what are you waiting for? Gather your ingredients and get baking!