Description

These soft and chewy Grinch Cookies are a festive treat perfect for the holiday season. Made with a hint of vanilla and dyed green, they’re decorated with a single red heart sprinkle, just like the Grinch’s growing heart. Perfect for cookie swaps or as a fun project with kids!

Ingredients

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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
Green food coloring
Red heart sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Add green food coloring, a few drops at a time, and mix until the dough reaches your desired shade of green.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Gently press a red heart sprinkle onto the top of each cookie.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly underbaked (they’ll firm up as they cool).
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Adjust the intensity of the green food coloring based on your preference.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle some edible glitter on the cookies before baking.