Description
Experience the joy of the holidays with these Golden Festive Grinch Sugar Cookies. Soft, chewy, and bursting with buttery flavor, these vibrant green cookies are not just delicious; they’re a delightful nod to Dr. Seuss’s beloved character. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family nights, they bring warmth and nostalgia to every bite. Bake a batch and watch them become a cherished part of your festive traditions!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp green gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and green food coloring.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Drop mounds of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Flatten slightly if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg