Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 3 cups
- Softened butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Jell-O gelatin powder (any flavor): 3 oz package
- Egg: 1 large
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Stir in the Jell-O gelatin powder until evenly distributed.
- Step 5: Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Step 6: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cooled Jello cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them soft and chewy.
- While not typically reheated, a few seconds in the microwave can make them extra soft, if desired.
- Serve these colorful cookies with a glass of cold milk or as a fun treat at a party.
- Don't overbake the cookies; they should be soft and slightly underdone in the center for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American