Fruity Pebbles Cookies
Fruity Pebbles Cookies are colorful, crunchy, and chewy cookies that combine nostalgic fruity cereal flavors with a soft cookie base. Perfect for all ages, this easy-to-make recipe brings a playful burst of vibrant color and delightful texture to your snack time.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free flour substitute)
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main Flavor
- 1 1/2 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This helps to create a soft and tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, beating just until combined to enhance flavor and bind the ingredients.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in Fruity Pebbles: Gently stir in the Fruity Pebbles cereal, ensuring even distribution without crushing them, to preserve their crunch and colorful appearance.
- Scoop and Bake: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to place dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges turn lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set while retaining chewiness inside.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 15-30 minutes before baking to reduce spreading and improve texture.
- Use fresh Fruity Pebbles cereal for better crunch and vibrant color.
- Do not overmix the dough to prevent tough cookies.
- Remove cookies from the oven when edges are set but centers still feel soft for the perfect chewy texture.
- Try making mini or larger-sized cookies depending on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Fruity Pebbles Cookies, colorful cookies, chewy cookies, fruity cereal cookies, kid-friendly baking, nostalgic treats