Easter Jello Cookies Spring Treats (Printable Version)
Bright and delightful spring cookies made with Jello mix, perfect for celebrations.
# What You'll Need:
→ Basic Ingredients
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1 box (3 oz) flavored Jello mix, vibrant colors like raspberry, lime, or orange
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
→ Optional Add-ins
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Up to ½ cup sprinkles
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1 cup white chocolate chips or mini chocolate chips
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½ teaspoon almond extract
→ Decoration Ingredients
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons milk
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Food coloring
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract (and almond extract if using), beating until well combined.
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Add the dry Jello powder to the mixture and beat until thoroughly incorporated and the color is uniform.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in any optional add-ins like sprinkles or chocolate chips.
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Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies maintain their shape during baking.
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After chilling, scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between cookies.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just set. The centers may look slightly underdone but will firm up as they cool.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth to create a simple icing. Add food coloring if desired. Drizzle or spread over cooled cookies and add sprinkles before the icing sets.
# Additional Notes:
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The cookies will spread slightly during baking, so be sure to leave adequate space between them.
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For more vivid colors, you can add a few drops of matching food coloring to the dough.
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The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days before baking.