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Colorful festive Grinch cookies arranged on a holiday-themed plate, featuring green frosting, red candy accents, and a playful design, with a cozy holiday backdrop, soft natural lighting, and a textured wooden surface.

Festive Grinch Cookies Easy Holiday Treat

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A fun and easy holiday cookie recipe featuring green frosting, red candies, and a playful Grinch-inspired design. Perfect for Christmas celebrations.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Green food coloring
  • Red candies for eyes and finishing touches

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla, then mix well.
  4. Gradually add flour and baking powder, mixing until combined.
  5. Divide dough and mix green food coloring into one portion to reach desired shade.
  6. Shape dough into festive shapes or use cookie cutters, then place on prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool, then decoratively add red candies for eyes and details.

Notes

  • Decorate with additional candies or icing for extra detail.
  • Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Holiday
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg