Ingredients:

  • ½ cup (1 stick) (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 packet (3 oz / 85g) Jello powder (any flavour)
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Sprinkles, colored sugar, or powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Gradually mix in the Jello powder until evenly distributed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent spreading during baking.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Sprinkle cookies with sprinkles or colored sugar before baking (optional).
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centres are set. Don't overbake – they should still be slightly soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.