Grinch Sugar Cookies (Printer-Friendly Version)
Vibrant green cookies with a chewy center and red heart accent, ideal for joyful holiday gatherings and simple baking.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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113 g unsalted butter, melted
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150 g granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
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2 large egg yolks
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5 ml vanilla extract
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Green gel food coloring, to desired shade
→ Dry Ingredients
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250 g all-purpose flour
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5 g baking soda
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2 g salt
→ Decoration
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Red heart sprinkles, one per cookie
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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In a mixing bowl, melt the butter then add granulated sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
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Gradually add green gel food coloring to the wet mixture, stirring until the desired color intensity is reached.
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Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, then gently fold into the wet ingredients until fully combined to form a dough.
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Divide the dough into 12 equal portions, shaping each into a small ball using a small scoop or spoon.
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Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar until evenly coated to create a slightly crisp exterior once baked.
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Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly, and bake for 10 to 11 minutes until puffed and starting to crack.
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Immediately after baking, press one red heart sprinkle into the center of each cookie. Let rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies; stir until ingredients are just combined.
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If cookies spread excessively, gently reshape them with a round cutter while still warm.
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Cookies keep fresh up to 5 days in an airtight container at room temperature and dough balls freeze well for up to 3 months.