Easter Day Jello Cookies
Ingredients:
1 box (3 oz) flavored gelatin (such as strawberry, lemon, or lime for Easter colors)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
For Decorating (Optional):
Colored sugar sprinkles
Easter-themed sprinkles
Royal icing (for piping designs)
Directions:
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 4: Mix in Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, gelatin, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Form the Cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls between your palms.
Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your fingers.
If desired, sprinkle colored sugar or Easter-themed sprinkles on top before baking.
Step 6: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
Do not overbake—these cookies should remain soft and chewy.
Step 7: Cool & Decorate
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, decorate with royal icing or additional sprinkles for a festive look.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: ~90 kcal per cookie (based on 30 cookies)
Servings: 24–30 cookies