Delicious New York Style Easter Egg Caramel Cookies perfect for Easter

Easter eggs use to arrive in the supermarkets around the end of January and for me, that was the beginning of the Easter theme decorations.

Now they seem to start right after Christmas, which I sometimes think makes them seem a little less special, but it does give you a great excuse to make this recipe.

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New York Style Cookies with mini Easter Eggs and Chewy Caramel

Makes 24 good-sized cookies

Ingredients

• 225g of butter at room temperature

• 3/4 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 cup caster sugar

• 2 eggs

• 2 1/2 cups flour

• 1/4 cup cornflour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 2 cups mini Easter eggs, chopped

• 1 packet Werther's Originals chewy caramels, chopped

Method

1. In a cake mixer, combine the butter and sugars, and beat for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.

2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

3. Incorporate the flours and baking soda, beating until well combined.

4. Remove the bowl from the stand and gently mix in the eggs and caramels by hand.

5. On two lined baking trays, measure out 24 medium-sized balls, approximately the size of an egg.

6. When shaping the dough balls, avoid pressing too tightly to maintain a loose biscuit shape.

7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

8. Preheat the oven to 170°C and bake the trays for 12-14 minutes. The dough will still be slightly underdone, which is desirable for a bit of oozy texture.

9. Let them stand for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring to a cooling rack.

10. They are best enjoyed on the day they are made, but they freeze well and can be gently warmed before eating.

Ingredients and Tools Needed to Achieve the Perfect Cookie

Key Ingredients Breakdown

- High-quality butter: for richness and authentic New York texture.

- Brown and white sugar balance: to achieve chewiness and slight crispness.

- Strong flour and proper leavening: to build the classic thick cookie structure.

- Easter Eggs: unwrapped and halved to embed in the dough.

- Caramel Chews: added chewy texture and interest.

Step-by-Step Guide to Making New York Style Creme Egg Chocolate Chip Cookies

Preparing the Dough

- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy: critical for texture.

- Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract: add moisture and flavour.

- Gradually add dry ingredients to avoid overmixing: ensures chewy, dense cookies.

Tips and Tricks for Baking Success

• Use room temperature butter and eggs for even mixing and better dough consistency.

• Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft to handle easily when shaping.

• Avoid overbaking by starting to check cookies a few minutes before the recommended time.

• Customise by adding nuts or sea salt flakes to enhance flavour complexity.

Enjoy the oozy goodness!