Description
Get ready to spread holiday cheer with these delightful Fresh Crinkle Grinch Cookies! Their iconic green color and soft, chewy texture are complemented by a sweet peppermint flavor, making them a perfect festive treat for gatherings or cozy nights in. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies not only taste amazing but also add a whimsical touch to your holiday dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp green food coloring
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix until combined. Gradually incorporate green food coloring.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat in powdered sugar before placing on the prepared sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg