Jello Sugar Cookies Soft Chewy (Printable version)

Soft, chewy sugar cookies with fruity Jello powder creating vibrant colors and delicious flavor.

# List of ingredients:

→ 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/colors desired
10 - Extra granulated sugar for rolling

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
04 - Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
06 - Divide dough evenly into two bowls. Add one flavor of Jello powder to each bowl (about 3 tablespoons per bowl) and knead until color and flavor are well incorporated.
07 - Scoop a tablespoon of dough, roll into a ball, then gently roll in extra granulated sugar. Repeat for all dough.
08 - Place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
09 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked for extra chewiness.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The Jello powder creates this insane fruity punch that regular sugar cookies just dream about
  • They stay impossibly soft for days, which is basically a miracle in cookie form
  • You get to play mad scientist with colors and flavors, and nobody judges your choices
02 -
  • If your dough feels too sticky after adding the Jello, chill it for 15 minutes or the cookies will spread into sad flat puddles
  • The Jello powder can clump if you dump it all at once, sprinkle it gradually and knead thoroughly
  • Underbaking by one minute makes the difference between chewy and crispy, and chewy is what we are here for
03 -
  • If you want more subtle flavor, use only 2 tablespoons of Jello powder per dough portion instead of 3
  • The dough becomes easier to handle after chilling for 30 minutes, especially in warmer kitchens

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