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Jello Sugar Cookies

Delightful Jello Sugar Cookies for Colorful Celebrations

These Jello Sugar Cookies are vibrant, fun, and perfect for any celebration, bringing nostalgic flavors and youthful joy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Flavor
  • 3-4 tablespoons Jello Gelatin Powder choose from multiple flavors
For Rolling
  • 1/4 cup Additional Sugar for Rolling

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg to the creamed mixture and blend until fully incorporated, about 1 minute.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
  6. Divide the dough into 3-4 portions and mix in 1-2 tablespoons of Jello powder into each portion.
  7. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls, roll each in sugar, and flatten slightly.
  9. Bake on prepared sheets for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set and slightly golden.
  10. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to chill the dough for perfect cookie shapes and avoid overbaking for a chewy texture.

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