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These soft, chewy Cadbury Egg Cookies are the perfect Easter treat! Packed with mini Cadbury Eggs and melty chocolate, they’re easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
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The Best Easter Cookies Ever
If you’re as obsessed with Cadbury Eggs as I am, you’re going to fall head over heels for these Cadbury Egg Cookies! There’s just something magical about that creamy milk chocolate and candy shell combo, especially when it’s baked into a soft, chewy cookie. The contrast between the crunchy candy shell and the melty chocolate inside creates a texture that’s simply irresistible. Add that to a warm, freshly baked cookie, and you’ve got a treat that’s bound to become a family favorite.
These cookies are the ultimate Easter delight, perfect for sharing with loved ones, bringing to spring gatherings, or even sneaking a few for yourself with a cold glass of milk. Once you try them, you might find yourself craving them all year long (pro tip: stock up on mini eggs while you can!).
Why You’ll Love These Cadbury Egg Cookies
- Soft, chewy, and packed with chocolatey goodness
- Perfectly festive for Easter celebrations
- Super easy to make with pantry staples
- Kid-friendly and fun to decorate with mini eggs
Ingredients You’ll Need For the Cookies
Most of these ingredients are probably in your pantry already. The star of the show, of course, is the Mini Cadbury Eggs!
- All-purpose flour – Provides structure for the perfect chewy texture.
- Baking soda – Helps the cookies rise just enough.
- Salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.
- Unsalted butter, softened – Adds richness and creaminess.
- Light brown sugar, packed – For that soft, chewy bite.
- Granulated sugar – Adds just the right amount of crispiness.
- Large eggs – Binds the dough together.
- Pure vanilla extract – For a warm, comforting flavor.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips – Because more chocolate is always better.
- Mini Cadbury Eggs – Some whole for topping, some crushed and mixed into the dough.
How to Make Cadbury Egg Cookies
- Dry ingredients – In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream – In a separate bowl blend butter, sugars, and vanilla with a mixer until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time. Beat well.
- Combine – Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined. Don’t overbeat. If using a stand mixer, you will want to use the paddle attachment when mixing in the flour. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Scoop – Drop the rounded teaspoon onto an ungreased cookie sheet lined with a baking sheet or parchment paper. Place 3 to 4 mini Cadbury eggs on each cookie round.
- Bake – Place the prepared baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 9 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool cookies on a cooling rack.
Tips and Variations
- Extra Cadbury –You can add chopped or crushed Cadbury mini eggs into the dough as you are forming the cookie dough balls and have little hidden surprises on each cookie.
- Chocolate chips – White chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or butterscotch chips can be used in place of, or in addition to, milk chocolate chips.
- Cookie scoop – Use a rounded tablespoon or medium cookie scoop to form the cookie dough into balls for a larger cookie.
- Chocolate cookie – Add a quarter cup of cocoa powder to the cookie dough for an extra chocolatey and gooey cookie.
- Wire rack – Place the baked cookies on a wire rack to finish cooling.
Reviews About these Cookies
“Cadbury eggs are my favorite! These cookies were a huge hit over here. My kids had a ton of fun making them! Thank you for the recipe.”
-Anna
Questions About Cadbury Egg Cookies
Store them in an airtight container with a slice of bread to retain moisture and keep the cookies soft for days.
They hold their shape well due to the candy shell, but the chocolate inside will get wonderfully melty.
This could be due to overly soft butter or warm dough. Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading.
Yes! Simply substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1:1 baking flour blend. Make sure the blend contains xanthan gum for the best texture. Also, double-check that all other ingredients, like chocolate chips, are certified gluten-free.
Mini Cadbury Eggs work best, but you can chop larger ones into smaller pieces if needed.
How to Store Cadbury Egg Cookies
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezing the dough: Freeze cookie dough balls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Freezing baked cookies: Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer before transferring to a container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months.
Make-Ahead Tip
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 3 days before baking. This also helps the flavors develop even more!
More Easter Treats You’ll Love
If you love these cookies, you might also enjoy:
Cadbury Egg Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter
- ¾ cup sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 10 ounces Cadbury Mini Eggs
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees.In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl blend butter, sugars, and vanilla with a mixer until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time. Beat well.
- Gradually add flour mixture until just combined. Don’t overbeat. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded teaspoons onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Place 3-4 Cadbury Mini Eggs on each cookie round.
- Bake for 8-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from oven and cool cookies on a cooling rack.
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Recipe Tip:
You can freeze both the cookie dough and baked cookies. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.Nutrition Information
Ready to bake? Grab your Cadbury Eggs and let’s make the most delicious Easter cookies ever! If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out—leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts, or share your favorite Easter baking traditions! 🐇🌷🐣
Looking forward to making these. Can I pre make the batter, refrigerate and bake the following day?
Yes!