1. Can I make Grinch Sugar Cookies ahead of time?

Yes! You can make the dough ahead of time and freeze it for up to 3 months. Simply roll the dough into balls, freeze, and when you're ready to bake, allow them to thaw for a few minutes before rolling them in sugar and baking as usual. This makes these cookies perfect for planning ahead during the busy holiday season.

2. Can I use liquid food coloring instead of gel food coloring for these cookies?

While gel food coloring works best for achieving a vibrant green hue, you can use liquid food coloring if that’s what you have on hand. Just note that you may need to use more liquid coloring to achieve the desired color, and it could alter the texture slightly due to the additional liquid. Gel food coloring will give you the brightest and most intense green color.

3. How do I store Grinch Sugar Cookies?

Grinch Sugar Cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. There's no need for refrigeration due to the high sugar content. If you have leftover cookies, simply place them in a sealed container, and they will stay fresh and chewy. You can also freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months for future enjoyment.

Grinch Sugar Cookies: Best Easy Recipe

Name: Grinch Sugar Cookies: Best Easy Recipe
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 stick (4 ounces/8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 large egg yolks (no egg whites!); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3-5 drops green gel food coloring; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon fine salt; 12 red heart sprinkles

Description

Grinch Sugar Cookies are a fun and festive treat perfect for the holiday season. These bright green, chewy cookies with a red heart sprinkle represent the Grinch’s growing heart. Quick and easy to make, they require no chilling time, making them an excellent choice for holiday baking.

Ingredients

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1 stick (4 ounces/8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks (no egg whites!)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-5 drops green gel food coloring
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
12 red heart sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Melt the butter in a mixing bowl, then stir in the sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract.
Stir in the green food coloring until you achieve the desired shade of green.
Sprinkle the flour, baking soda, and salt on top of the wet ingredients, then stir until fully combined.
Press the dough flat in the bowl, divide it in half, and use a small scoop to make 12 dough balls (6 from each half).
Roll the dough balls in granulated sugar to coat them.
Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Bake for 10-11 minutes, until the cookies have spread and puffed up.
Immediately after removing them from the oven, press a red heart sprinkle into the center of each cookie.
Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are best when baked on parchment paper for maximum crinkling.
If the dough spreads too much, use a round cookie cutter to reshape the cookies while they are still warm.
The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
For a more natural green color, you can use spirulina or matcha powder as an alternative to food coloring.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 138
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 117mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 49mg