Jell-O Cookies

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Jell-O Cookies- Colorful sugar cookies that are made with the classic Jell-O (gelatin) powder. Choose your own flavor or color for a fun and festive treat! 

These cookies take a few steps, but, they are fun and quite delicious.

Ingredients Needed

• Flour + Salt + Baking soda + Baking powder
• Butter
• Sugar
• Egg
• Jell-O ( flavored gelatin powder)

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How to Make (full instructions in recipe card)

• First,  decide how many different colors/flavors of cookies you want to make. Then, take the gelatin powder of those colors and place the powder in individual bowls, separating by color.
• Next, make your dough.
• Once your dough is made, separate the dough into sections. The amount of sections will depend on how many colors you are making.
• Take each section and add about a tablespoon (or two) into the dough.  Work the dough gently until the powder is fully mixed in.  
• Once the dough is dyed, pinch off a piece of dough and roll it into a ball.  Roll that ball into the matching gelatin powder, to coat.
• Next, place the ball of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.  Gently, flatten the ball of dough.
• Continue with remaining dough, then, bake.

Do I Have to Use "Jell-O" gelatin?

No, this will work with any brand or flavor.  You will need about 16 tablespoons of the powder for the entire batch of cookies.  How much of each flavor, will depend on you.

Storage

Keep any leftover cookies in a sealed container. No need to refrigerate. They are best eaten within a week.

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Jell-O Cookies

By Erin

Prep: 15 mins Cook: 10 mins Yield: 22-24 cookies

Bright, colorful, and delightfully soft cookies infused with your favorite flavor of Jell-O gelatin powder! Perfect for holidays, birthday parties, or a fun baking project with the kids.

Ingredients

The Cookie Dough:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• A dash of salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg

The Flavor & Color:

• Approx. 16 TBSP Jell-O powder (divided for dough and rolling; choose any flavor/color your heart desires)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and a dash of salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter, Sugar, and Jell-O: In a large bowl (or using a stand mixer), beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and 12 tablespoons of the Jell-O powder together on medium-high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth, light, and completely colorful.
4. Add the Egg: Add the egg to the butter mixture and beat until well incorporated and smooth.
5. Combine to Form Dough: Turn the mixer to low speed and gradually add the whisked dry ingredients. Mix just until a soft dough forms and no dry streaks remain.
6. Roll and Coat: Place the remaining 4 tablespoons of Jell-O powder into a small bowl. Scoop the cookie dough into tablespoon-sized portions, roll them into smooth balls between your palms, and roll each ball in the Jell-O powder until beautifully coated.
7. Bake: Arrange the coated dough balls on your prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Use the bottom of a glass to gently flatten each cookie slightly. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or just until the bottoms are lightly set—do not overbake or they will lose their soft texture!
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.