Pastel no bake cookies Easter always remind me of the way our kitchen table looked covered in pink, yellow, and baby blue sprinkles. When I was growing up, my mom believed Easter desserts should look just as cheerful as they tasted. Back in our kitchen, she’d say, “Soft colors make it feel like spring.” Trust me on this, those gentle pastel tones turn a simple no-bake cookie into something special. These pastel no bake cookies are soft, sweet, and perfectly festive without ever turning on the oven.
Pastel No Bake Cookies for Easter
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- wooden spoon
- Mixing bowls (for dividing colors)
- Cookie scoop (1½ tablespoon)
- Parchment Paper
- baking sheet
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Gel food coloring pink, yellow, blue, purple
- ½ cup pastel candy-coated chocolates
- 2 tablespoons Easter sprinkles
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with milk and sugar, stirring constantly.
- Bring to a full rolling boil and boil for 60 seconds exactly.
- Remove from heat immediately.
- Stir in vanilla and salt.
- Fold in oats until fully coated.
- Divide mixture evenly into 3–4 bowls.
- Add 1–2 drops gel food coloring to each bowl and gently stir to create soft pastel shades.
- Drop 1½ tablespoon portions onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Top with pastel candies and sprinkles while warm.
- Let set at room temperature for 20 minutes until firm.
- Texture cue: Cookies should hold their shape and feel soft and slightly chewy once set.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for soft pastel shades. Start with a tiny amount—you can always add more. Storage:
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days. Freezing:
Freeze up to 2 months with parchment between layers. Humidity Tip:
Allow 25–30 minutes to fully set in humid climates. Troubleshooting:
- Colors too dark? Add more plain mixture to soften shade.
- Too soft? Boil 5 seconds longer next batch.
- Sprinkles sliding off? Press lightly while cookies are still warm.
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Conclusion
Between you and me, pastel no-bake cookies for Easter feel like spring on a plate. Their soft colors and sweet flavor capture the cheerful spirit of the season, making them a perfect addition to any holiday dessert table. There’s something special about those gentle pastel shades, they instantly make everything feel lighter, brighter, and full of new beginnings.