Jello Sugar Cookies Soft Chewy (Print)

Soft, chewy sugar cookies infused with fruity Jello powder for vibrant color and flavor. Perfect festive treats ready in 30 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Flavor & Color

09 - 2 packages (3 oz each) Jello gelatin powder, any flavors
10 - Extra granulated sugar, for rolling

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
04 - Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
06 - Divide the dough evenly into two bowls. Add one flavor of Jello powder to each bowl (about 3 tablespoons per bowl) and knead until the color and flavor are well incorporated.
07 - Scoop a tablespoon of dough, roll into a ball, then gently roll in extra granulated sugar. Repeat for all dough.
08 - Place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers look slightly underbaked for extra chewiness.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture is incredibly soft and chewy, like a cross between a sugar cookie and a soft candy
  • You can customize the colors and flavors for any holiday or celebration
  • They're surprisingly simple to make but look like you spent hours on them
02 -
  • The dough will feel slightly sticky after adding the Jello powder, which is completely normal
  • Do not overbake or you will lose that signature soft and chewy texture
  • The cookies continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet
03 -
  • Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture and easiest mixing
  • If your dough feels too soft to handle, chill it for 15 minutes before rolling

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