Description
A fun and festive dessert featuring sugar cookie bases topped with cream cheese frosting and vibrant fresh fruits, designed to look like Easter eggs. Perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookie Base:
- 1 package sugar cookie dough mix (or your favorite recipe)
For the Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 6 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 cups confectioner’s sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Toppings:
- Assorted fresh fruits (e.g., blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, kiwi, mandarin oranges)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Base:
- Roll the dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut into egg shapes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Make the Frosting:
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Add vanilla, salt, and confectioner’s sugar gradually until smooth.
- Decorate:
- Spread frosting over cooled cookies.
- Arrange chopped fruits in colorful Easter egg patterns.
- Serve and Store:
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Substitute dairy-free cream cheese and butter for a vegan option.
- Use gluten-free cookie dough for dietary preferences.
- Avoid watery fruits like watermelon to prevent soggy cookies.
Nutrition
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg