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Lucky Charms Cookies Recipe

4.5 from 103 reviews

Delight in the whimsical charm of Lucky Charms Cookies, combining buttery dough with colorful Lucky Charms cereal for a fun and nostalgic treat. These cookies are perfect for anyone looking to add a playful twist to a classic cookie recipe.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

Mix-ins

  • 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in Lucky Charms Cereal: Gently fold the Lucky Charms cereal into the dough using a spatula, ensuring even distribution without crushing the cereal pieces.
  7. Shape the Cookies: Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
  9. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For crispier cookies, bake an additional 1-2 minutes, monitoring closely.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • To preserve the colorful cereal pieces, be gentle when folding them into the dough.
  • Feel free to customize by adding chocolate chips for an extra layer of flavor.

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