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Easter Bunny Button Cookies

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Soft, buttery cookies with pastel candy buttons perfect for spring gatherings and Easter celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Assorted pastel-colored buttons or candy-coated chocolates for decoration
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Press five buttons onto the top of each dough ball.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing options are available for unbaked dough and fully baked cookies.

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Keywords: Easter cookies, bunny cookies, spring baking, festive cookies, family baking

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