St. Patrick's Day Cookies
Delightful, vibrant green cookies perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a soft, chewy texture and a hint of vanilla.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cup butter, softened Use unsalted butter.
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon green food coloring Adjust based on desired color intensity.
Toppings
- to taste Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and green food coloring until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving and enjoy!
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding almond extract alongside the vanilla. Customize with sprinkles or chocolate chips for added fun. Serve warm for a gooey texture or cool for a crisp bite.