Description
Fun and festive green cookies inspired by the Grinch, perfect for holiday baking.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Green food coloring
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Heart-shaped candies for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and green food coloring.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Drop dough by spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and immediately press heart-shaped candies into the centers.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a more vibrant green color, add more food coloring as needed. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g