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Grinch Crinkle Cookies

Grinch Crinkle Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth This Holiday Season

Delightful Grinch Crinkle Cookies are a festive treat that combines vibrant colors with soft, chewy texture, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Can be omitted, but cookies may not be as soft.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cookies rise perfectly.
  • 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor.
For the Wet Mixture
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Try vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Main sweetener aiding in achieving desired texture.
  • 1 large egg Use a flax egg for an egg-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Adds depth and warmth to flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon green gel food coloring Gel is recommended for vibrancy.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For rolling the cookies.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • baking sheets
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and sea salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add egg, vanilla extract, and green gel food coloring to the butter mixture; mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  7. Use a cookie scoop to form 1 inch balls and place them on a clean surface.
  8. Roll each cookie ball in powdered sugar for an even coating.
  9. Arrange on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
  10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill the dough to maintain the crinkle appearance and keep an eye on baking time for chewy cookies.

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