Description
A nostalgic cookie combining soft, buttery dough with fruity Jello for a delightful burst of flavor and color.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 package (3 oz) fruit-flavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract, scraping down the sides as necessary.
- Gradually add in the flour and gelatin, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles and any optional additions like nuts or chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for an hour if you prefer structured cookies. Experiment with different Jello flavors for unique taste variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, jello cookies, desserts, colorful cookies, baking, nostalgia