Easter Blossom Sugar Cookies

I make these Easter blossom sugar cookies every spring because they're soft, colorful, and guaranteed to look adorable on a dessert table.

Holiday treats are my fave. The easier and cuter, the better. These are one of those recipes that feel festive without being complicated, which is exactly what I want during busy spring weeks.

You'll love this recipe because it's beginner-friendly, quick to bake, and uses simple ingredients you probably already have. The sprinkles make them cheerful, the Hershey's Kisses make them classic, and the whole thing just feels cozy and fun.

Things to Know Before Making Easter Blossom Sugar Cookies

• Softened butter helps create a tender cookie texture.
• Press the Hershey's Kisses in right after baking so they stick without melting.
• Parchment paper keeps the cookies from spreading too much and makes cleanup easy.
• Mixing pastel sprinkles gives the cookies an extra cute Easter look.

I love these because they're bright, happy, and impossible to mess up.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Sugar: Sweetens the dough and helps create a soft cookie center.
• Unsalted butter: Adds richness and keeps the cookies tender.
• Egg: Binds everything together and adds structure.
• Vanilla extract: Brings classic sugar cookie flavor.
• Milk: Helps create a smooth, creamy dough.
• Flour: The base of the cookie dough.
• Baking soda: Helps the cookies rise slightly and stay soft.
• Easter sprinkles: Adds color, texture, and festive vibes.
• Hershey's Kiss candies: The classic blossom cookie topping.

You'll also need measuring cups and spoons, a large bowl, electric mixer, small bowl, whisk, cookie scoop, baking sheet, parchment paper, small dish, and a cooling rack.

Scroll to the recipe card for exact measurements.

How to Make Easter Blossom Sugar Cookies

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This helps the cookies bake evenly and prevents sticking.

Step 2: In a large bowl, beat the sugar, butter, egg, vanilla, and milk until creamy and well combined.

Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Gradually beat the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.

Step 4: Use a 1 ⅓ tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough, then roll each scoop into a ball.

Step 5: Dip each dough ball into the sprinkles and place sprinkle-side up on the baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.

Step 6: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden.

Step 7: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.

Step 8: Transfer cookies to a wire cooling rack and let them set before serving.

Substitutions and Variations

• Use pastel nonpareils or sanding sugar instead of mixed sprinkles.
• Swap Hershey's Kisses for seasonal flavors if available.
• Make them extra festive with themed sprinkle blends.
• Slightly underbake for extra soft centers.

What to Serve with Easter Blossom Sugar Cookies

These cookies are perfect alongside coffee, milk, or hot chocolate. They also look adorable paired with other Easter treats on a dessert board for brunch or spring parties.

Storage and Freezing

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended once the Kisses are added, as the texture can change.

FAQs

Can I make Easter blossom sugar cookies ahead of time?

Yes. These cookies can be baked a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.

Why did my blossom cookies spread too much?

Butter that is too warm can cause spreading. Make sure it's softened, not melted.

Do I unwrap the Hershey's Kisses before baking?

Yes. Unwrap all Kisses ahead of time so they're ready to press into the cookies right after baking.

Can kids help make these cookies?

Yes. Rolling dough and dipping in sprinkles are fun steps kids can help with.