Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies: A Festive Twist on a Classic Favorite 🍪✨

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## **Instructions**

### **Step 1: Preheat & Prep**
Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Line a baking sheet with **parchment paper** or lightly grease it.

### **Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough**
1. In a large bowl, cream together the **butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar** until light and fluffy.
2. Add the **egg** and **vanilla extract**, mixing until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the **flour, baking soda, and salt**.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined.

### **Step 3: Add the Chocolate & Candies**
– Gently fold in the **white chocolate chips** and **pastel-colored chocolate candies**.
– If using sprinkles, stir them in for an extra festive touch!

### **Step 4: Scoop & Bake**
– Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them **about 2 inches apart**.
– Bake for **8-10 minutes**, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.

### **Step 5: Cool & Enjoy**
– Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for **5 minutes**, then transfer them to a wire rack.
– Serve warm or store for later—if they last that long! 😉

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## **Variations & Additions**

🐰 **Make Them Extra Festive** – Use **chopped Cadbury Mini Eggs** or **pastel sprinkles** for even more Easter color.
🐰 **Swap the Chocolate** – Try **milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate, or butterscotch chips** for a unique twist.
🐰 **Add a Crunch** – Mix in **chopped pecans or almonds** for extra texture.
🐰 **Double the Chocolate** – Drizzle with melted chocolate after baking for an indulgent finish.

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## **Storage & Make-Ahead Tips**

🍪 **Store:** Keep in an airtight container at **room temperature for up to 5 days**.
❄️ **Freeze:** Freeze cookie dough balls for up to **3 months**—bake straight from frozen with an extra minute of baking time!
🔥 **Reheat:** Warm cookies in the microwave for **10-15 seconds** for that fresh-from-the-oven taste.

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## **Why These Easter Cookies Are a Must-Try**

These **Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies** are **fun, festive, and irresistibly delicious**. They’re **perfect for sharing**, easy to customize, and bring a burst of **springtime cheer** to any occasion.

Bake a batch today and spread **Easter joy—one sweet bite at a time!** 🐣🍪🌸✨