Description
Colorful, chewy, flavor-packed Jello cookies that transform classic sugar cookies into vibrant treats using flavored gelatin for fruity taste and bold color.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (3 oz) package flavored gelatin powder
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (optional)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla; beat until fully combined.
- Add gelatin powder and mix until evenly incorporated.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; add gradually to wet ingredients.
- Add milk as needed until dough is soft and pliable.
- Chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat in sugar.
- Bake 8–10 minutes until edges are set but centers look soft.
- Cool 5 minutes on sheet, then transfer to wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
Avoid overbaking for soft, chewy cookies. Always chill the dough to prevent spreading and ensure vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 62mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: jello cookies, gelatin cookies, colorful cookies, fruity cookies, sugar cookies