Grinch Sugar Cookies
Grinch Sugar Cookies are a festive delight that add a touch of holiday magic to any gathering. These soft, buttery cookies are infused with vanilla and almond flavors, sporting a vibrant green color reminiscent of the beloved character from Dr. Seuss. Perfect for family celebrations or cheerful gifts, they’re easy to make and fun to decorate with festive sprinkles. Enjoy these delightful treats as you create sweet memories this holiday season!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- Green food coloring (to achieve desired hue)
- Festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla and almond extracts. Gradually add food coloring until you achieve your desired green color.
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Top with sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until just set. Allow cooling before decorating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg