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Springtime Crinkle Cookies

Springtime Crinkle Cookies that Brighten Your Day

These Springtime Crinkle Cookies are vibrant, easy to make, and perfect for any celebration, bringing joy to your baking routine.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure; no substitutions necessary for best results.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder Helps the cookies rise; ensure freshness for optimal leavening.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor; just a pinch is sufficient.
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter (softened) Adds richness and moisture; can be substituted with margarine, but may alter taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens cookies and contributes to texture; coconut sugar can be used for a unique twist.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients and adds moisture for fluffiness; no substitutes recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Provides comforting aroma and flavor; can be replaced with almond extract.
  • ½ teaspoon Almond extract (optional) Adds a light nutty note; omit if not preferred.
For the Fun Colors
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Coats dough balls, creating the signature crinkle effect.
  • Gel food coloring (pastel shades) Used to tint dough without affecting consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Springtime Crinkle Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined.
  3. Beat butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough, mix in gel food coloring for desired pastel shades, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls, coat in powdered sugar, and space them on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use gel food coloring to maintain dough consistency. Lightly dust hands with powdered sugar when rolling dough to prevent sticking.

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