Description
Grinch Sugar Cookies are a festive delight perfect for holiday gatherings, bringing joy and whimsy inspired by the beloved Dr. Seuss character. These vibrant green treats are soft, chewy, and topped with colorful sprinkles, making them not only delicious but also a visual treat for your dessert table. Easy to make, they fill your home with delightful aromas, ensuring they become a seasonal favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp green food coloring
- Sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Mix in green food coloring until desired hue is achieved.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and top with sprinkles.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg