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Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies – Soft, Colorful, and Fun to Bake!
Make your holiday extra sweet with these Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies! Bursting with pastel swirls and chocolatey goodness, these cookies are perfect for spring celebrations, bake sales, or as a joyful treat for the little ones.
Want to master more festive bakes? Don’t miss this Complete Easter Baking Guide and these Holiday Cookie Decorating Tips!
Ingredients
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¾ cup brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1½ cups chocolate chips
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Pink, blue, yellow, and purple gel food coloring
Directions
1. Prep the Oven
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
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In a medium bowl, whisk together:
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Flour
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Baking soda
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Salt
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3. Cream the Butter & Sugar
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the Wet Ingredients
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Beat in eggs, one at a time.
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Add vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
5. Combine Wet & Dry
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
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Stir in the chocolate chips.
6. Color the Dough
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Divide dough evenly into 4 bowls.
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Use gel food coloring to tint each batch a different pastel color (pink, yellow, blue, and purple).
7. Shape the Cookies
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Pinch off small pieces from each colored dough and gently combine them to form a marbled dough ball.
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Place on prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly.
8. Bake to Perfection
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Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are just golden.
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Let cool for 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Time & Yield
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cook Time: 10 minutes
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Total Time: 30 minutes
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Servings: 24 cookies
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Calories: Approx. 220 kcal per cookie
Tips & Variations
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Use gel food coloring — it gives vibrant colors without changing the dough texture.
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Chill the dough for 20 minutes if cookies are spreading too much.
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Swap chocolate chips for pastel M&Ms for extra festive flair!
FAQs
Q: Can I freeze the cookie dough?
A: Yes! Shape and freeze on a baking sheet first, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
Q: Can I use regular liquid food coloring?
A: Gel is recommended for best results, but liquid works too—just reduce any extra moisture.
Q: How do I keep them soft?
A: Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain moisture.
These Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, swirled, and sure to bring joy to any celebration. Perfect for kids and grown-ups alike!
