Jello Sugar Cookies Soft Chewy (Printable)

Soft chewy sugar cookies infused with fruity Jello powder for vibrant colors and delicious flavor. Perfect for festive occasions.

# What You 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

→ Flavor & Color

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

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - Beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Mix in egg and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
06 - Divide dough evenly into two bowls. Add one package of Jello powder to each bowl and knead until color and flavor are evenly distributed throughout dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon portions of dough, roll into balls, then gently roll in extra granulated sugar to coat evenly.
08 - Place sugar-coated dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked for optimal chewy texture.
10 - Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The texture is impossibly soft, like little clouds that melt in your mouth
  • You get to play mad scientist with flavors and colors
  • The Jello adds this unbelievable fruity punch that regular sugar cookies just cannot match
02 -
  • Underbaking is the secret to that chewy center we are chasing
  • The Jello powder can make the dough feel slightly drier, trust the process
  • Room temperature ingredients prevent the dough from seizing up
03 -
  • Use gel food coloring alongside the Jello for even more intense colors
  • Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it feels too sticky to handle

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