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Jello Cookies Recipe Pin

Jelly Cookies

Bright and fruity cookies made with gelatin dessert mix, perfect for parties and holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter, softened Should be at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar for sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Provides structure to the cookies.
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour All-purpose flour will help in binding.
  • 1 pkg gelatin dessert mix (flavor of choice) Strawberry, raspberry, lemon, or lime recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder For leavening the cookies.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and the gelatin dessert mix until fully combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
Baking
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll into balls.
  2. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space in between.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  4. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store completed cookies in a covered container. They can last for up to a week at room temperature. Cookies can also be frozen, but texture may change upon thawing.