Grinch Cookies
Grinch Cookies are the perfect festive treat to spread holiday cheer! With their vibrant green color and a delightful blend of mint and chocolate, these whimsical cookies will make your holiday gatherings extra special. Easy to bake and customizable with your favorite candies, they are ideal for cookie exchanges or as sweet gifts for loved ones. Indulge in the spirit of the season with these cheerful delights that will make everyone smile!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (3.4 oz) package pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup red M&M's
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- Stir in pistachio pudding mix until dough is green.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and fold in chocolate chips and M&M's.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for perfectly shaped cookies. - For variations, substitute chocolate chips with white chocolate or add peppermint extract for an extra festive flavor.