Easy shortbread cookies filled with Easter themed M&Ms. Everyone will love the buttery delicious taste of a classic shortbread cookie and the chocolate flavors. These easy shortbread cookies make the perfect easy treat to bake this spring season.
The cookie dough is made like a classic shortbread cookie dough, except for the addition of Easter themed M&Ms. Roll the cookie dough into balls and flatten slightly. Place onto a baking sheet and bake until the bottoms are lightly browned.
Easter M&M Shortbread Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Easter M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, mix together butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add in vanilla extract and mix until smooth. Add in the flour and mix until it is fully combined.
- Fold in the M&Ms. Roll the cookie dough into balls and flatten slightly. Place the cookies onto a large ungreased baking sheet at least 2-inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
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