Easter Vanilla Buttercream Dipping Board w/ Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
As Easter approaches, the excitement for festive gatherings and delectable treats grows. This year, elevate your celebration with an enchanting Easter Vanilla Buttercream Dipping Board, accompanied by a scrumptious Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Imagine a board brimming with the smooth, rich flavors of vanilla buttercream, perfectly paired with freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, creating a symphony of taste and texture that's sure to delight. Whether you're hosting a grand Easter feast or looking for a charming addition to your springtime gatherings, this dipping board is a delightful way to bring sweetness and joy to any occasion.
Prep Time: 25 min | Cook Time: 10 min |Total Time: 35 min
Servings: Makes 1.5 cup of frosting, 2 DZ cookies, use as many additional ingredients as needed to fill your size board
These aren't just any cookies; they are the perfect blend of golden-brown edges with a soft, chewy center, each bite filled with the rich, melty goodness of chocolate chips. Crafting these cookies involves a symphony of simple yet quality ingredients that come together to create a classic treat that never fails to comfort and delight. Whether you're a seasoned baker or trying your hand at this timeless recipe for the first time, these chocolate chip cookies promise to add a touch of sweetness and warmth to your Easter celebrations, making them an unforgettable part of your holiday feast.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients:
½ cup unsalted butter
¾ cup white sugar
2 tsp vanilla
1 egg
1 ½ cup all purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips
Frosting Ingredients:
½ cup unsalted room temp butter
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1-2 Tbsp heavy cream (depending on consistency desired)
Pinch of salt (to taste)
Yellow food coloring
Extra Ingredients for board:
Pink strawberry wafers
Graham crackers
Marshmallow Peeps
Jelly Beans
For decorating the egg: Pink M&Ms, mini chocolate chips, sprinkles
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- To make the cookie dough, soften the butter in the microwave until almost but not quite melted.
- With a mixing spoon combine the butter, sugar, vanilla and egg in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl combine flour, baking soda and salt.
- Slowly add the dry to wet ingredients and mix for about a minute or until ingredients are fully combined.
- Scoop cookies onto a baking sheet in 1 Tbsp sized balls placed about two inches apart.
- Bake for 9-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the frosting by adding the room temperature butter to a large mixing bowl. Mix on medium – high speed for 1 minute.
- On medium speed, slowly add the powdered sugar, heavy cream and vanilla.
- Pause to scrape the sides and taste to see if salt is needed. Continue to mix for another 30 seconds on medium-high speed.
- Add drops of yellow food coloring until desired shade has been reached.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag for easier assembly.
- To assemble the board, pipe a large oval and fill in completely. Use an offset spatula to even out the frosting.
- Line the outside with M&Ms and decorate with mini chocolate chips and sprinkles.
- Fill in the remaining spaces with cookies, wafers, graham crackers, etc and enjoy!
As the Easter festivities draw to a close, and the last cookie has been dipped, your Easter Vanilla Buttercream Dipping Board with Chocolate Chip Cookies is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests. This delightful culinary creation not only offers a feast for the taste buds but also adds a touch of elegance and joy to your Easter celebrations. So, gather your loved ones, indulge in the sweet harmony of vanilla buttercream and chocolate chip cookies, and create cherished memories that will linger long after the last crumb has disappeared. Happy Easter and happy baking!
