Easter Jello Cookies (Soft, Chewy & Colorful!)
These fun, fruity cookies are bursting with bright Easter colors and a tangy Jello flavor—perfect for Easter baskets, brunch, or kids’ baking!
🌈 Ingredients (Makes 24 cookies)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 (3 oz) box Jello powder (any Easter color/flavor: strawberry, lime, lemon, berry blue)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Extra sugar for rolling
🎨 Optional Decorations:
- Pastel sprinkles
- White chocolate drizzle
- Mini M&M’s
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
2️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugar:
- Beat butter, sugar, and Jello powder until fluffy (~3 mins).
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
3️⃣ Dry Ingredients:
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
4️⃣ Shape & Bake:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then coat in sugar.
- Place 2 inches apart; flatten slightly with a glass.
- Bake 8-10 mins (edges should just start to brown).
5️⃣ Decorate:
- Cool 5 mins, then add sprinkles or drizzle with melted white chocolate.
🌟 Pro Tips
- Vibrant colors? Use 2 tbsp extra Jello powder for bolder flavor/color.
- Soft cookies? Underbake slightly—they firm up as they cool.
- Gluten-free? Swap flour for 1:1 GF blend.
🐰 Easter Variations
- Rainbow batch: Make multiple colors (strawberry + lime + berry blue).
- Stuffed cookies: Hide a mini marshmallow inside before baking.
- Citrus twist: Use lemon Jello + zest for zing.
These cookies are pillowy, sweet, and festive—like Easter in every bite! 🥚💜
Fun idea: Package in cellophane bags as edible Easter gifts! 🎁