Birds Nest Easter Sugar Cookies

Delectable Easter-themed sugar cookies in the shape of birds nests, with coconut and chocolate egg accents. A festive treat for the holidays.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1 cup mini chocolate eggs

Instructions:

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then stir in the vanilla extract

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Cover the cookie dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Roll the chilled dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet

Press down the center of each cookie slightly to create a small well

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden

Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle shredded coconut onto the center of each cookie

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely

Once the cookies are completely cool, gently press mini chocolate eggs into the coconut nests

Let the chocolate set before serving or storing