Description
Grinch Sugar Cookies are the perfect holiday treat, bringing festive cheer with their vibrant green color and delightful flavors. Soft and chewy, these cookies are infused with vanilla and mint, making them a hit for any Christmas gathering or cozy night in. Imagine the sweet aroma filling your kitchen as you bake these whimsical delights, guaranteed to brighten up your celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp mint extract
- Green food coloring (to taste)
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla and mint extracts until smooth.
- Stir in green food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and add sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are slightly golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking to achieve thicker cookies. Experiment with flavored extracts or add chocolate chips for a unique twist. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer preservation.