Jell O Cookies
Bright, colorful, and bursting with fruity flavor, these Jell-O Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies! Made with a hint of tangy sweetness from your favorite Jell-O flavors, these cookies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Their soft, buttery texture pairs perfectly with the vibrant hues and fun, customizable fruit flavors that make them a hit for any occasion. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe uses pantry staples like butter, sugar, and flour, with the playful addition of Jell-O powder for a unique and creative cookie experience. Perfect for parties, holiday platters, or baking with kids, these colorful cookies are sure to dazzle! Plus, their quick prep time and versatility make them an effortless dessert you'll want to bake again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 ounces Jell-O powder (assorted flavors for variety)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
Divide the dough into portions, depending on the number of Jell-O flavors you’d like to use. For example, split the dough into four equal parts for four flavors.
Sprinkle a few teaspoons of Jell-O powder onto each portion of dough, one flavor per portion. Knead the dough until the powder is fully incorporated, giving the dough vibrant color and fruity aroma.
Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough, roll them into balls, and place them onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Optional: Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your fingertips for a more traditional cookie shape.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm but not browned. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cookies as-is or decorate them with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.0 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.6 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1372 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 532.0 g | 193% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 274.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 482 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
