Description
Enjoy a fun twist on classic cookies with these Lucky Charms Cookies, featuring finely ground cereal pieces mixed into the dough and colorful marshmallows for a sweet, chewy surprise. Perfect for a nostalgic treat that’s both crunchy and soft.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 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
Add-ins
- ¾ cup Lucky Charms marshmallows
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal Flour: Separate the Lucky Charms marshmallows from the cereal pieces. Grind the cereal pieces in a food processor until finely ground or crush them in a sealed plastic bag using a rolling pin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, finely ground cereal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well blended.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Fold in Marshmallows and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the Lucky Charms marshmallows and optional white chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to help prevent excessive spreading during baking.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookie edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy your colorful, chewy Lucky Charms Cookies!
Notes
- If you prefer, you can omit the white chocolate chips or substitute with milk or dark chocolate chips.
- Do not skip chilling the dough as it helps maintain the cookie shape and texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Grinding the cereal finely ensures a better texture in the dough and prevents large crunchy bits.
- For a more indulgent treat, drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
