Jewel Box Cookies
Jewel Box Cookies are named for their vibrant and colorful appearance, resembling a box filled with precious gems.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Jewel Box Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
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Divide the dough into equal portions and tint each portion with different food coloring.
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Roll each colored dough into small balls and place them side by side in a square baking dish, creating a colorful pattern.
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Gently press the dough balls together to form a solid block.
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Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Remove the dough from the refrigerator and slice it into squares or rectangles.
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Place the sliced cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Decorate the cookies with sprinkles.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy these colorful and delicious jewel box cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
