Jello Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Vibrant Jello Cookies are fun, colorful treats with a hint of fruit flavor. Their soft texture and bright appearance make them perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a cheerful, sweet snack. Customize the flavor and color to match your occasion or mood.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3 oz. package Jello (any flavor)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon food coloring

Instructions

  1. Mix shortening, sugar, and Jello until well combined.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla, stirring thoroughly.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the Jello mixture, mixing well.
  5. Add food coloring to match the Jello flavor (lime = green, lemon = yellow, cherry = red).
  6. Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
  7. Press each cookie with the bottom of a buttered and sugared glass.
  8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, avoiding browning.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

302 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 1.9g 2% DV
Carbs 55.8g 20% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12414.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 267.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 1544.5mg 100% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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