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Springtime Crinkle Cookies

Chewy Springtime Crinkle Cookies That Brighten Your Day

These Springtime Crinkle Cookies are colorful, easy to make, and filled with sweet vanilla and almond flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Aids in leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened) Margarine works in a pinch.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar Essential for sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Binds ingredients.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract (optional) Can substitute with extra vanilla.
For the Coating
  • 1 cups powdered sugar For rolling.
  • 1 bottle gel food coloring (pastel shades) Ensures vibrant colors.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
  5. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Divide dough and mix in gel food coloring until desired shades are achieved. Chill for 30 minutes.
  7. Roll dough into balls and coat with powdered sugar.
  8. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until tops are cracked.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for any festive occasion and can be customized with different pastel colors.

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