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These Easter Day Jello Cookies are colorful, soft, and bursting with fruity flavor! Made with Jello powder, they’re a fun and festive treat for Easter or any spring celebration. Here’s how to make them:
Easter Day Jello Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (85g) Jello powder (use different colors/flavors for variety, e.g., strawberry, lime, lemon)
- Optional: Sprinkles or colored sugar for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make the cookie dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Add the Jello powder:
- Divide the dough into portions (depending on how many colors/flavors you want to use).
- Mix each portion with 1-2 tablespoons of Jello powder until the dough is evenly colored and flavored.
- Shape the cookies:
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand. If desired, press sprinkles or colored sugar onto the tops of the cookies.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake, as the cookies should stay soft.
- Cool and serve:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
- Mix and match flavors: Use different Jello flavors to create a variety of colorful cookies.
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Make ahead: Prepare the dough, shape into balls, and freeze. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
These Easter Day Jello Cookies are a fun, colorful, and delicious treat that’s perfect for celebrating the season. Enjoy! 🐰🍬✨
