Jello Cookies
Brighten up your cookie jar with these colorful and irresistibly fun Jello Cookies! Bursting with fruity flavor in every bite, these soft and chewy treats are as delicious as they are vibrant, thanks to the addition of your favorite Jello powders. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or just a sweet snack, this recipe allows you to customize your cookies with a variety of flavors and colors to suit any occasion. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a simple kneading method to infuse each dough portion with Jello, these cookies are both easy and delightful to make. Whether you create a classic crisscross design or leave them soft and domed, these sweet treats are sure to impress. Store them in an airtight container to enjoy their fruity magic for days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 ounces per flavor box Jello powder (use different flavors for variety)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
Divide the dough into separate portions (one for each flavor of Jello you'll be using). Knead 1-2 tablespoons of Jello powder into each portion until evenly colored and flavored. Use more or less Jello powder based on color and taste preference.
Scoop out 1-inch dough balls and roll them gently in your hands. Place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Use a fork to gently flatten each ball, creating a crisscross pattern on top, or leave them as rounded domes for a softer appearance.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still appear slightly soft. Avoid overbaking.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy the fruity burst of Jello goodness in every bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.7 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.5 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1371 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.1 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 274.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 450 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.
