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Fruity Pebbles Cookies

Fruity Pebbles Cookies: Chewy Delights for Sweet Nostalgia

These Fruity Pebbles Cookies bring back sweet memories with a chewy center and crispy exterior, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and is essential for the cookie’s structure.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances flavor by providing a bright, tangy note.
  • 1 cup Butter Bring to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Keeps cookies soft and adds a slight tang.
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Contributes added moisture and a deeper caramel flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder for structure and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Amplifies the overall flavor profile of the cookies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the cookies rise and become fluffy.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides necessary structure; measure carefully.
  • 2 cups Fruity Pebbles Cereal Offers signature fruity crunch and flavor.
For Coating
  • 1 cup Fruity Pebbles Cereal Adds a colorful, crunchy exterior.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Gives an extra touch of sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fruity Pebbles Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar with lemon zest and rub together with your fingertips.
  3. Cream together butter, cream cheese, and lemon-infused sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add one egg and vanilla extract, beating until light and airy, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined; fold in Fruity Pebbles cereal.
  6. Roll about ¼ cup of dough into a ball and coat in the mixture of Fruity Pebbles and granulated sugar.
  7. Place dough balls onto the baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart, and bake for 9-11 minutes.
  8. Cool cookies on baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a softer dough. Bake in batches for even cooking.

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