Description
Bright and festive cookies perfect for Easter celebrations, featuring a subtle hint of fruity Jello flavor and decorated with colorful sprinkles. These delightful treats bring a fun twist to a classic dessert and add a pop of color to your holiday table.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
– 1 large egg
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1 packet (3 oz) flavored Jello (choose a pastel flavor like lemon or strawberry)
– Colorful Easter sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually mix in the flour and salt to form a smooth dough.
5. Gently fold in the Jello powder until evenly distributed.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Use cookie cutters to cut festive shapes.
8. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.
10. Remove from oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
11. While still warm, sprinkle with Easter sprinkles.
Notes
– Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft and tender texture.
– For extra flavor, experiment with different Jello flavors.
– Best enjoyed fresh on the day of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg