Fruity Pebbles Cookies are packed with rainbow colored cereal and are a delightful treat for kids and grownups alike!
(This recipe for Fruity Pebbles Cookies was originally published in July 2013, but has been updated with new photos and content in 2021).
Happy summer! Well, unofficial start of summer anyway. Well, unofficial start of summer during which I also require a jacket... and umbrella. But I really cannot complain as we just had the most gorgeous Memorial Day weekend ever with the sun shining and LOTS of heat (just the way I like it).
It was a little sneak peek of what's to come and I suppose I can handle a little chilly weather and rain midweek if I can look forward to lots more gorgeous summer weekends coming up. I'm so happy about that thought, I feel like I should be throwing confetti.
But instead I'll throw Fruity Pebbles. Because they're more environmentally friendly. Just kidding, they're probably not since all that sugar would likely send the birds into full-on diabetic shock.
And you don't want to clean up all that cereal anyway (especially if you already have an ant issue), so put these Fruity Pebbles in cookies instead. Sure, you could also put them in a bowl of milk, but that's boring. Fruity Pebbles cookies are anything but boring.
Fruity Pebbles Cookies Recipe
I first made these Fruity Pebbles cookies back in 2013 and I can't believe I waited so long to make them again. They're perfect for when you're not in the mood for the typical chocolate chip or oatmeal cookies and are hoping for something a little bit more fun. A little bit fruitier.
Kids will love them! And while many adults may not typically "make" themselves a bowl of Fruity Pebbles cereal (I always make fun of my husband when he says he's going to "make" a bowl of cereal), eating a Fruity Pebbles cookie or two for dessert is totally acceptable for people of all ages.
The cookies are pretty simple to bake and simply require making a typical cookie batter with a healthy dose of Fruity Pebbles cereal folded in (yes, I said "healthy"). Lots of vanilla, too.
In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl with a hand mixer), cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. With mixer on low, gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined (taking care not to over-mix).
Now it's time to add in the Fruity Pebbles cereal!
And with a wooden spoon, gently stir the cereal in. Then chill dough in refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
While dough is chilling, preheat oven to 350 degrees and 2 line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or Silpats.
Using about 2 Tbsp dough, drop rounded cookie dough on prepared baking sheets. I recommend using a cookie scoop for dropping dough- this is a great set with various sizes (affiliate link).
Bake for about 10-12 minutes until just golden around edges. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving to wire racks to cool completely.
Fruity Pebbles actually smell really delicious while baking. They instantly put me in a cheery mood.
But the best part was taking these Fruity Pebbles cookies out of the oven!
Did you know that I never had Fruity Pebbles as a cereal growing up? I generally wasn't allowed to have sugary cereal and when we were allowed as a super special treat (for dessert; never breakfast), I'd always go for Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Lucky Charms.
But now, as an adult, I absolutely love baking with it. Because it's the prettiest cereal in all the land. I still don't eat it for breakfast, but if I have any leftover after baking up some treats, I'll sometimes have a bowl of it for dessert.
And it just makes me so happy.
Can I Make These Cookies with Cocoa Pebbles?
Yes! You can mix in Cocoa Pebbles instead of Fruity Pebbles if you prefer them. I do think Fruity Pebbles cookies are much prettier than Cocoa Pebbles cookies, but both would be delicious!
Fruity Pebbles cookies make me way happier than any bowl of cereal ever could.
It's not necessarily a summery cereal, but there's something about those bright cheery colors that screams sunshine and summer fun to me. These cookies at a pool party? Yes! These cookies at any summer event? Yes!
But let's be honest; these cookies are even enough to get anyone through a long dark winter.
More Fruity Pebbles Cereal Recipes
I LOVE baking with Fruity Pebbles (and all cereals!) and have a few favorite Fruity Pebbles recipes. Here are some of the best:
- Fruity Pebbles Crepes
- Fruity Granola with Fruity Pebbles
- Fruity Pebbles Meringues
- Fruity Pebbles Greek Yogurt Popsicles
- Fruity Pebbles Doughnuts
- Rainbow Fruity Pebble Cake (from Baking a Moment)
- Fruity Pebbles Cereal Milk Macarons (from Fresh Flavorful)
No matter how old you are, now is the perfect time for a Fruity Pebbles cookie.
What treat should I make with Fruity Pebbles next?
Fruity Pebbles Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ¼ cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl with a hand mixer), cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
- With mixer on low, gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined (taking care not to over-mix).
- With a wooden spoon, gently stir in the Fruity Pebbles cereal until just combined.
- Chill dough in refrigerator for about 15 minutes. While dough is chilling, preheat oven to 350 degrees and 2 line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or Silpats.
- Using about 2 Tbsp dough at a time, drop rounded cookie dough on prepared baking sheets. I recommend using a cookie scoop for dropping dough- this is a great set with various sizes (affiliate link).
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes until just golden around edges. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving to wire racks to cool completely.
Video
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Erica says
They're totally like little fireworks cookies! Love it! I am making peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, black bean burgers & a fun salad for our weekend celebration.
Michelle Collins says
I loved Fruity Pebbles growing up! And tomorrow is Z's birthday, so I'm making some beer-infused birthday desserts. 😉
Judy Miller says
Can't wait to try one or two or five............looking forward to being with you at the Lake!
Leah | So, How's It Taste? says
Oh Fruity Pebbles are the best! I'll have to try these cookies! Tomorrow I'm grilling beer brats, making a loaded baked potato salad, corn on the cob, and a blueberry buttermilk cake for dessert.
Gia Grossman says
These are gorgeous!!!!
Tressie Richardson says
They look very attractive and cute. I like the color combination. The presentation itseld makes it more appealing to eat. Have to learn how to do it.
Joanne says
These crazy colorful cookies make me happy just to look at! Now imagine if I could eat them too... 😛
Megan says
These are awesome celebration cookies! Enjoy the nice weather!
Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says
these cookies are so fun 🙂
lena says
hi sue, these cookies are so festive and happy looking!
Juliana says
These cookies look so pretty and festive, they are perfect for any celebration...
Hope you are having a fun weekend 😀
Jenn says
Fruity Pepples were always that special cereal we would get when we were growing up! I loved it!! This is a great way to use them... I could eat the entire batch!!
Ashley Bee (Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine) says
I had to come in on Friday 🙁 Oh well. But it was a fun weekend! These cookies look lovely. Is that a ceramic milk carton?? I see them in funky kitchen shops and they are too cute...
alex says
I love fruity pebbles! never thought to bake with them! what a great idea! these would be so fun for a rainbow themed party!
RebeccaA says
Sues, so help me, if my daughter EVER finds out that these exist....she'll never eat anything ever again in her little toddler life. These look insanely enticingly good. Never tell!!!
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking says
I haven't had fruity pebbles since I was a kid! They are so fun and colourful, and a great addition to these cookies. My nephews would love to have them as a treat!
Ben Myhre says
Fruity Pebbles are like crack to me and this is a dangerous recipe. 😉
Jacqueline Debono says
I love that colourful cereal! Such such a pretty way to make colourful cookies. I'm sure kids love these cookies!
EA The Spicy RD says
Happy cookies!!! Such a fun recipe 🙂 Sugary cereal was a rare occasion for me too, growing up, but every now and then my mom would buy Apple Jacks, or Cinnamon Toast Crunch. I'm sure my kids would LOVE these cookies!
Holly says
These cookies are so bright and fun! Perfect for a birthday party or just because it's Monday!!?
Kim Redlinger says
I’m actually making these for one of my Christmas cookies. The colorfulness of the Fruity Pebbles reminds me of all the twinkling lights. Can’t wait to make these and add them to my trays!
Theresa Brister says
This recipe was amazing! I added 1/2 bag of white chocolate chips and they were so good.
Susie says
Ive made these 3 times already and they vanish each time!! Thank you for this recipe!! Wondering if i can make the dough a day before baking them?
Sues says
@Susie Yay! I'm glad you like them! I think you should be able to make the dough a day in advance and keep it in the fridge. You may just need to let it sit out for a few minutes before baking.
Chris says
Thank you for creating and sharing this recipe. What is the texture of the cookie once baked (i.e., chewy, crispy, cakey, etc.)?
Sues says
Hi Chris! I'd say they are crispy on the outside and chewier in the middle 🙂
Tristin Rieken says
Yum!! These are such festive and fun (but super easy) cookies!