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Springtime Crinkle Cookies

Springtime Crinkle Cookies: Chewy, Colorful Delights for You

These Springtime Crinkle Cookies are colorful, chewy, and perfect for any occasion.
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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: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; no substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor balance.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and helps achieve chewy centers.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for fluffiness.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Infuses flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract Optional; swap for vanilla if preferred.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Creates crinkle appearance.
For the Color
  • as needed Gel Food Coloring in Pastel Shades Use for vibrant hues.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
  5. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients to form a thick dough.
  6. Divide the dough and color with gel food coloring as desired.
  7. Chill the colored dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Roll tablespoon-sized balls and coat them in powdered sugar.
  9. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until cracked.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading. Use gel food coloring for best results. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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