Description
Delight in these fun and colorful Lucky Charms Sugar Cookies that combine classic sugar cookie flavors with the whimsical addition of Lucky Charms cereal pieces. Perfectly soft with a slight crunch, these cookies bring a playful twist to traditional baking and are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- ⅞ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 1¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all purpose flour
- ⅔ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 325℉ to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line 2 or 3 sheet pans with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and set them aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat the room temperature butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Crack in the large egg and egg yolk along with the vanilla extract, then beat the mixture again until it becomes smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Fold in Lucky Charms: Gently fold the 2 cups of Lucky Charms cereal into the dough, distributing them evenly without crushing the cereal.
- Portion the Dough: Use a 3-tablespoon scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, placing about 6 cookies per pan for even spacing.
- Shape Cookies: Flatten each dough portion slightly to promote even baking and a classic sugar cookie shape.
- Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 20 minutes or until they are just slightly browned around the edges.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the pans to set their shape before transferring to a wire rack or serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to avoid sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies freeze well either as dough or baked; thaw before serving.
