Jello Cookies – Colorful Fun Dessert
Jello Cookies – A Colorful, Fun Dessert! These bright and chewy Jello Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies, bursting with fruity flavors from your favorite Jello mixes. This easy Jello Cookies Recipe creates soft cookies with a light, fluffy texture and vibrant colors—perfect for parties, celebrations, or a playful Jello Dessert anytime! Customize with different Jello flavors for a fun, eye-catching treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened.
- 1 cup granulated sugar.
- 1 egg.
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour.
- 1 tsp baking powder.
- 1/4 tsp salt.
- 2 packages (3 oz each) Jello (choose your favorite flavors/colors).
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix until well combined.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix and Divide Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined. Divide the dough into separate portions, depending on how many Jello flavors you want to use.
- Add Jello Flavors: Mix 2-3 tablespoons of Jello powder into each portion of dough. Stir thoroughly until the color and flavor are evenly distributed. For bolder colors, add more Jello powder.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Use the bottom of a glass to gently flatten each ball.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Be careful not to overbake for the best chewy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Chill the Dough: If your dough is too soft to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before rolling.
- Customize Flavors: Mix and match Jello flavors to create unique combinations. Popular choices include strawberry, lime, orange, and cherry.
- Bolder Colors: Add additional Jello powder for more vibrant hues.