Description
Festive and fun Grinch-shaped cookies perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- Green food coloring
- Red candy melts
- Black edible marker
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide dough in half. Tint one half with green food coloring.
- Shape the green dough into small balls. Flatten slightly.
- Press a small amount of red candy melts onto one side of each green cookie to resemble the Grinch’s hat.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cool, use a black edible marker to draw eyes and a mouth on the green part of the cookie.
Notes
- For a stronger Grinch look, you can add a small dollop of white frosting for the Grinch’s eyes before drawing on the pupils.
- Ensure candy melts are fully cooled and hardened before drawing on the details.
- Prep Time: 25 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American