Kool Aid Cookies
Get ready to add a burst of fruity fun to your dessert game with these vibrant and delightfully easy Kool Aid Cookies! This colorful cookie recipe uses a single packet of unsweetened Kool-Aid drink mix to infuse each bite with bold, tangy flavors like cherry, grape, or lemonade—letting you customize the treat to your favorite flavor. With their soft center, lightly crisp edges, and eye-catching hues, these cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat. A quick roll in sanding sugar adds a sparkling finish, making these a perfect choice for parties, bake sales, or simply brightening up your snack time. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is ideal for creating flavorful, kid-friendly cookies with minimal effort. Perfect for fans of nostalgic recipes and colorful bakes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 packet Kool-Aid unsweetened drink mix (flavor of choice)
- 0.25 cup Optional: Colored sanding sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated.
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 dough begins to form.
Sprinkle in the packet of Kool-Aid (your chosen flavor) and mix until the color and flavor are evenly distributed.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the dough into rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
If desired, roll the dough balls in colored sanding sugar to create a sparkling, vibrant finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to set but the centers remain soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these colorful, fruity treats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 19 mg | 0% | |
*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.
