Get ready to delight your taste buds with a fun twist on a classic treat! These Jello Press Cookies are not only bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, but they are also incredibly easy to make. Imagine the joy of biting into a soft, chewy cookie that tastes just like your favorite childhood Jello flavor! Perfect for parties, bake sales, or just a sweet afternoon treat, this recipe yields 36 delicious cookies in just 30 minutes. So, if you're ready to impress your friends and family with a whimsical dessert, keep reading to discover how to whip up these delightful Jello Press Cookies!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup Jello powder (any flavor)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the Jello powder to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined, creating a vibrant, smooth mixture with the Jello's distinctive color and flavor.
- Crack the eggs into the mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl to ensure even incorporation.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to create a uniform dry ingredient mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- If the dough seems too soft, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle and press.
- Load the chilled dough into a cookie press fitted with your desired design disk.
- Press the cookies directly onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Choose Your Flavor: Don’t hesitate to experiment with different Jello flavors! From classic strawberry to exotic blue raspberry, the possibilities are endless and will give your cookies a unique twist.
- Chill the Dough: If your dough feels too soft to handle, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes. This will make it easier to press out the cookies and help them hold their shape during baking.
- Perfect Baking Time: Keep an eye on your cookies while they bake! They should be lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Overbaking can lead to a dry texture, so it's better to err on the side of underbaking.
- Creative Shapes: Use different cookie press disks to create fun shapes and designs. This adds an extra touch of creativity and makes your cookies even more appealing.
- Storage: To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last up to 5 days, but we doubt they’ll last that long!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 116kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
