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Rainbow Jello Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These colorful Rainbow Jello Sugar Cookies bring a fun twist to classic sugar cookies by incorporating flavored jelly powders for vibrant colors and unique fruity flavors. Soft and slightly chewy with a crisp sugar coating, these cookies are perfect for parties, celebrations, or any time you want a sweet treat with a pop of color and flavor.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 226 grams unsalted butter, softened
  • 200 grams granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 5 milliliters vanilla extract
  • 280 grams all-purpose flour
  • 2 grams baking soda
  • 2 grams baking powder
  • 1 gram fine salt

Coloring and Coating

  • 4 packets (85 grams each) flavored jelly powder, assorted colors (e.g., strawberry, orange, lime, grape)
  • 50 grams granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Baking Trays: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line two baking trays with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and 200 grams of granulated sugar together on medium speed. Continue mixing for about 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create tender cookies with a good texture.
  3. Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar. Beat until fully incorporated, making sure the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until a smooth dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Portion and Color Dough: Divide the dough evenly into four equal portions. To each portion, add a different flavored jelly powder (strawberry, orange, lime, grape, etc.) and knead until the dough is uniformly colored and the flavor is evenly distributed.
  6. Shape Cookie Dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion each colored dough into balls approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter. This ensures even-sized cookies that bake evenly.
  7. Coat in Sugar: Roll each dough ball thoroughly in the 50 grams of granulated sugar. This coating adds a delightful crunchy exterior to the soft cookie inside.
  8. Arrange on Baking Trays: Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart to allow space for spreading while baking.
  9. Bake: Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Watch carefully and remove them when the edges just begin to turn lightly golden but the centers remain soft. This timing ensures the perfect chewy texture.
  10. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking trays for 5 minutes to firm up slightly before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breaking and preserves their shape.

Notes

  • Use flavored jelly powders (Jello) for vibrant colors and fruity tastes; do not substitute with non-flavored gelatin powders.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
  • Do not overbake to maintain soft chewy centers.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For extra shimmer, try rolling dough balls in colored sanding sugar instead of plain granulated sugar.

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