Description
These pastel chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with colorful pastel chocolate chips, making them perfect for spring, Easter, or any festive occasion. Inspired by Crumbl cookies pastel de chocolate, this easy pastel cookies recipe combines a rich chocolate flavor with a fun, vibrant look. Whether you’re looking for pastel Christmas cookies or a unique take on bakery chocolate cookies, these will be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup pastel chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
4️⃣ Form Dough:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined. Fold in pastel chocolate chips and white chocolate chips (if using).
5️⃣ Scoop & Bake:
Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are soft.
6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy:
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container!
Notes
- Swap pastel chocolate chips for pastel chocolate candy or M&M’s for variety.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a gourmet touch.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
