Grinch Sugar Cookies
Get ready to spread holiday cheer with these whimsical Grinch Sugar Cookies! Featuring a vibrant green hue and a buttery sweetness, they are perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. Each cookie is easy to make and customizable, making them a fun activity for the whole family. Enjoy the deliciousness that will surely bring smiles and warmth to your celebrations!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (to desired shade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Add green food coloring until you achieve your desired shade.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart; flatten slightly with a fork if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set but soft in the middle. Let cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Chill dough for at least 30 minutes for better shape retention while baking. - Customize by adding almond extract instead of vanilla or incorporating colorful sprinkles for decoration.