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 soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Green food coloring
- Red mini candies or M&Ms for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Divide dough and add green food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
- Roll dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool completely, then decorate with red candies for the Grinch’s eyes and smile.
Notes
- For best results, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Add extra green food coloring for a more vibrant look.
- Use small candies for detailed decoration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg