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Fruity Pebbles Cookies

Fruity Pebbles Cookies: A Nostalgic Sweet Treat You’ll Love

These Fruity Pebbles Cookies combine childhood nostalgia with a delightful blend of lemon zest and cream cheese for a chewy, sweet treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on your preference for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Can substitute with orange zest
  • 1/2 cup Butter Room temperature
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Pack tightly
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can swap with almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully
  • 1 cup Fruity Pebbles Cereal Star ingredient for flavor
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling) Creates a crispy coating

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine granulated sugar and lemon zest, and rub together with fingertips to release aroma.
  3. Cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated, about 30 seconds.
  5. Sift in flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in Fruity Pebbles cereal gently with a spatula.
  7. Shape dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar and Fruity Pebbles, then place on baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes until lightly golden on edges; centers should remain soft.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and ensure accurate measuring for best results.

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