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Easy Spring Cookies Recipe

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Easy spring cookies are soft, light-textured cookies made with simple ingredients and often enhanced with fresh flavors like lemon or vanilla. What makes them special is their seasonal look—pastel colors, fun shapes, and cheerful decorations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • Food coloring (pastel shades)
  • Sprinkles or icing (optional)

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat and prepare the tray – Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  • Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt so everything is evenly combined and lump-free.
  • Step 3: Cream butter and sugar – In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light, pale, and fluffy. This step adds air and gives the cookies a soft texture.
  • Step 4: Add wet ingredients – Add the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, then mix until smooth and fully combined for a rich base.
  • Step 5: Combine mixtures gently – Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently after each addition to avoid overmixing.
  • Step 6: Adjust the dough texture – Add milk slowly, one tablespoon at a time, until a soft and slightly pliable dough forms that is easy to handle.
  • Step 7: Add color if desired – Divide the dough into portions and mix in food coloring to create soft pastel shades for a spring-inspired look.
  • Step 8: Shape the cookies – Roll the dough into small balls, flatten slightly, or use cookie cutters to create fun shapes like flowers or eggs.
  • Step 9: Bake evenly – Place cookies on the tray with enough space between them and bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden.
  • Step 10: Cool and decorate – Let the cookies cool completely before adding icing or sprinkles so the decorations hold their shape properly.

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