Description
Grinch Sugar Cookies are a festive treat that will bring joy to your holiday celebrations. These soft, buttery cookies are infused with sweet vanilla and topped with vibrant green icing and colorful sprinkles. Perfect for baking with family or friends, they’re sure to become a cherished tradition. Enjoy the delightful experience of creating these whimsical cookies that capture the spirit of the season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (to desired shade)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients and green food coloring until fully incorporated.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg