Description
These Easter Jello Cookies are a delightful addition to any springtime gathering. With a burst of fruity flavors and a colorful appearance, these cookies are sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Jello Mixture:
- 1 (3 oz) package flavored Jello (such as strawberry, lime, lemon, or berry)
Additional:
- Food coloring (optional, to enhance color)
- Pastel sprinkles (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and dry Jello powder.
- Mix wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Add food coloring: If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to intensify the cookie color.
- Shape and bake: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten slightly and decorate with pastel sprinkles. Bake for 8–10 minutes.
- Cool and enjoy: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can divide the dough and use different flavors of Jello for a colorful assortment.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- These cookies are great for Easter baskets or spring-themed parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
