Jello Sugar Cookies Soft Chewy (Printable version)
Soft, chewy sugar cookies with fruity Jello powder creating vibrant colors and burst of flavor. Perfect for parties and celebrations.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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
→ For Flavor & Color
09 - 2 packages (3 oz each) Jello gelatin powder, any flavors
10 - Extra granulated sugar for rolling
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
04 - Add egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
06 - Divide dough evenly into two bowls. Add one Jello flavor to each bowl (about 3 tablespoons) and knead until color and flavor are incorporated.
07 - Scoop tablespoon of dough, roll into ball, then gently roll in extra granulated sugar.
08 - Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
10 - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The cookies stay incredibly soft for days, unlike traditional sugar cookies that turn into rocks after 24 hours
- You get that perfect balance of buttery vanilla base with bright fruity notes in every bite
- The colors are naturally vibrant without any artificial food coloring or complicated techniques
02 -
- Underbaking these by about 30 seconds is the secret to their signature chewy texture
- The dough must be chilled for 15 minutes after adding the Jello or the colors will bleed together in the oven
- Using a cookie scoop instead of spoons ensures uniform baking times across the batch
03 -
- Adding a pinch of cream of tartar makes the edges even more chewy and crisp
- For extra glossy cookies, brush the unbaked dough tops with a little milk before the sugar coating