Description

Patriotic Jello Cookies are a delightful and colorful treat that adds a burst of flavor to any festive gathering. Perfect for holidays like the Fourth of July and Memorial Day, these chewy sugar cookies are infused with vibrant red and blue Jello, making them not only delicious but visually striking. Their fun colors and unique fruit flavors ensure they’ll be a hit among friends and family. Easy to make and customizable, you can experiment with different Jello flavors to suit your taste. Whether served on a platter or as ice cream sandwiches, these cookies bring an exciting twist to traditional celebrations.

Ingredients

Scale

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 (3 oz) package red Jello (strawberry or cherry)
1 (3 oz) package blue Jello (berry blue)
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and chosen Jello powder until fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully combined.
Roll dough into one-inch balls; optionally roll in extra Jello powder for brighter colors.
Place on prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass.
Bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are set; let cool before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For even more vibrant colors, roll cookie dough balls in additional dry Jello powder before baking. To keep your cookies soft and chewy, avoid overmixing the dough and check for doneness carefully.