Jello Sugar Cookies Soft Chewy (Printable version)
Soft, chewy sugar cookies infused with fruity Jello powder for vibrant colors and delicious flavor. A playful twist on classic treats.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Flavor & Color
09 - 2 packages (3 oz each) Jello gelatin powder, any flavors
10 - Extra granulated sugar for rolling
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - Beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Mix in egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Divide dough evenly between two bowls. Add one package of Jello powder to each bowl and knead until color and flavor are evenly distributed throughout dough.
07 - Sop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat generously in extra granulated sugar.
08 - Place sugar-coated dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked for optimal chewiness.
10 - Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The texture is impossibly soft, like a cross between a traditional sugar cookie and a cloud
- These cookies transform simple baking into something vibrant and unexpected
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- The centers should look slightly underbaked when you pull them out or they will harden as they cool
- Dividing the dough into more portions with additional Jello colors creates an even more stunning display
03 -
- Use gel food coloring along with the Jello for even more intense colors
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it becomes too soft to handle