My friends, have I got a treat for you today. These perfectly soft and chewy Lucky Charms sugar cookies are magically delicious (ha, I couldn’t resist that one) literally melt in your mouth.

They’re rich, and buttery, and have just the right amount of sweetness. A fun and flavorful St. Patrick’s Day treat for the cookie lovers out there (me!).

Here’s What You’ll Need To Make These Cookies

• 1/2 cup of butter (make sure it’s softened)
• 1 cup of sugar (because sweetness is the name of the game here)
• 1 egg
• 1 egg yolk (we’re really getting fancy now, more on this later)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour (the foundation of any good cookie)
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda (to help them rise to perfection)
• 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt (because every sweet treat needs a little balance)
• 1 cup of Lucky Charms marshmallows

Now, Let’s Make Lucky Charms Sugar Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line three baking sheets with parchment paper. Don’t skip this step unless you want a sticky mess (just trust me, here – marshmallows melt).
2. In a decent-sized bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. It takes a good 2 ish minutes, so be patient.
3. Crack those eggs – one whole egg, one yolk – and add in that teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix it until it’s smooth, but don’t whip it.

1. Now, toss in your flour, baking soda, and sea salt. No need to whisk this separately, just add the baking soda and the salt to the center of the flour and mix from the center out. Try not to overmix the flour though – we want these cookies to be tender, not tough.

1. Then, fold in the Lucky Charms marshmallows. Save some extra for the top of the cookies later on – it’ll make them look extra cute after they bake.

1. Grab a good-sized scoop of dough (about 3 tablespoons) and plop it onto your prepared baking sheets. Give them some room to spread out a bit.
2. Then, pop those bad boys in the oven for about 10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through for even baking.

1. Once they’re done and out of the oven, gently press a few extra marshmallows into the tops of the cookies. Then, let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Finally, store your Lucky Charms sugar cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh. Or, if you’re like me and have zero self-control, just eat them all in one sitting. It’s fine, really, no judgment here. *wink*

Why The Extra Egg Yolk?

Because it makes them delicious! No really, adding an extra egg yolk to cookie dough can improve the texture, flavor, and appearance of the finished cookies, making them even more delicious and enjoyable to eat. It can make all the difference. Here’s how it works:

1. Moisture: Egg yolks are high in fat, which adds moisture to the cookie dough. This extra moisture helps create a softer, chewier texture in the finished cookies.
2. Tenderness: The fat content in egg yolks also contributes to a more tender crumb in the cookies. This means they’ll have a softer, melt-in-your-mouth quality rather than being dry or crumbly.
3. Flavor: Egg yolks contain natural emulsifiers and fat-soluble flavors, which enhance the overall flavor profile of the cookies. They add a subtle richness and depth of flavor that makes the cookies more satisfying to eat.
4. Color: Egg yolks also contribute to the golden color of baked goods. Adding an extra yolk can result in cookies that have a slightly deeper, more golden hue, giving them a more appealing appearance.

What You’ll Love Most About These Cookies

Get ready to fall head over heels for these Lucky Charms cookies my friends. From the moment you take your first bite, you’ll be transported back to your childhood – I know you remember those Saturday mornings, watching cartoons eating a big bowl of Lucky Charms cereal.

These cookies are just like that. Pure happiness. Their soft and chewy texture, combined with their buttery sweetness and surprise bursts of marshmallows, make each bite nostalgic and wonderful.

So there you have it my friends – these Lucky Charms sugar cookies are as easy to make as they are to eat. They might not be the most traditional St. Patrick’s Day treat, but hey, who needs tradition when you’ve got soft, chewy marshmallow cookies that are this delicious? So go ahead, whip up a batch or two and let me know what you think. 🍀🍪