Description
Lucky Charms Cookies are a fun and nostalgic treat that blends soft, chewy sugar cookies with the sweet crunch of Lucky Charms cereal. Featuring colorful marshmallows and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are perfect for holidays, parties, or whenever you need a magical dessert. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to delight kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely ground Lucky Charms cereal (excluding marshmallows)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup Lucky Charms marshmallows
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal Flour: Separate the Lucky Charms marshmallows from the cereal. Grind the cereal pieces in a food processor until fine (or crush in a sealed plastic bag).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground cereal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Marshmallows and Chocolate Chips: Gently mix in the Lucky Charms marshmallows and white chocolate chips, distributing them evenly.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
- For Chewier Cookies: Slightly underbake by reducing bake time by 1-2 minutes.
- To Prevent Marshmallow Melting: Chill dough before baking to help cookies hold their shape.
- Make It More Festive: Add food coloring to the dough for holiday themes.
- Storage Tip: Keep cookies soft by storing them in an airtight container with a slice of bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (+30 minutes chilling)
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
