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Fruity Pebbles Cookies Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Fruity Pebbles Cookies Recipe

I have to admit, I felt a wave of nostalgia the first time I made these Fruity Pebbles Cookies. The bright, colorful cereal brings back memories of childhood breakfasts, and turning it into a cookie is pure magic.
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Total Time 25 minutes
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Butter 1/2 cup
  • Cream Cheese 4 oz
  • White Sugar 3/4 cup
  • Brown Sugar 1/4 cup
  • Egg 1 large
  • Vanilla Extract 1 tsp
  • Lemon Zest 1 tsp
  • All-Purpose Flour 1 1/4 cup
  • Baking Soda 1/2 tsp
  • Salt 1/4 tsp
  • Fruity Pebbles Cereal 1 1/2 cups

Method
 

  1. Start by rubbing the lemon zest into the sugar. This releases the essential oils and amplifies the citrus flavor, giving the cookies a fresh, fruity aroma.
  2. Beat together the butter, cream cheese, and lemon-scented sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, egg, and brown sugar, then beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt gradually. Mix on low speed just until incorporated to avoid tough cookies.
  4. Gently fold in the cereal so it’s evenly distributed without crushing it. The dough should remain soft.
  5. Scoop 1/4 cup of dough, roll into balls, coat first in Fruity Pebbles, then in sugar for a crisp outer shell.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 9–11 minutes. Let them cool completely to ensure the cereal retains its crispness.

Notes

  • I always use room temperature ingredients for smoother dough.
  • Measuring flour accurately is key; spoon and level for best results.
  • Don’t overmix once flour is added to prevent tough cookies.
  • Let cookies cool fully for a perfect crisp exterior.