Description
These festive Grinchy Cookies are a fun and colorful treat perfect for holiday celebrations. Soft and buttery sugar cookies are tinted vibrant green and topped with red heart sprinkles, creating a whimsical homage to the Grinch. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will delight kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Green food coloring, to desired color
Toppings
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt until well combined. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep cookies tender.
- Add Green Food Coloring: Add green food coloring a few drops at a time, stirring until the dough reaches your preferred vibrant green shade reminiscent of the Grinch.
- Scoop Dough onto Sheets: Using a medium cookie scoop (approximately 2 tablespoons), drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets. Place the dough 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Add Red Heart Sprinkles: Gently press one red heart sprinkle into the center of each cookie ball to add a pop of festive color and charm.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, until the edges are set and the bottoms turn a light golden color.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better dough texture.
- Adjust the amount of green food coloring to get the perfect Grinch-like green color.
- For a more intense vanilla flavor, consider using vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
- Red heart sprinkles can be substituted with any festive sprinkles or edible decorations.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: holiday cookies, Grinch cookies, sugar cookies, green cookies, festive cookies, Christmas cookies, red sprinkles
