Description
Whimsical and festive cookies inspired by the Grinch, soft and bursting with sweetness, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Green food coloring
- Red sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder until well mixed. Set aside.
- Cream together the melted butter and white sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
- Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Add green food coloring until desired shade is reached.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Sprinkle red sprinkles on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on wire racks for 5-10 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Ensure melted butter is cooled slightly before mixing to avoid cooking the egg. Store in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg