Description
Sparkling Shamrock Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. These vibrant green cookies, adorned with shimmering sugar, offer a soft and chewy texture that will please both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring
- Sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, followed by vanilla extract and green food coloring until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, sprinkle with sparkling sugar, and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to plates.
Notes
For vibrant color, use gel food coloring instead of liquid.
Experiment with flavor by adding mint extract for a refreshing twist.
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze them for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg