Grinch Sugar Cookies

Grinch Cookies

Creating a festive holiday cookie does not need to be complicated. These Grinch Sugar Cookies deliver bright green color, soft texture, chewy centers, and a signature red heart on top that references a nostalgic Christmas classic. They are simple drop cookies that mix together in a single bowl, bake quickly, and require no refrigeration. This recipe is ideal for school parties, cookie exchanges, Christmas gatherings, and anyone who wants a cheerful holiday treat that is fun to make.

The focus keyword grinch sugar cookies fits naturally into the process, as these cookies are inspired by a well-known green character whose heart grows three sizes in the beloved story. The flavor is reminiscent of classic sugar cookies with crisp edges and soft middles. The red heart sprinkle is added while the cookies are warm so it adheres easily. No complicated decorating steps are required.

Prep Time: 12 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 stick (4 ounces or 8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar, plus a few tablespoons for rolling
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 to 5 drops green gel food coloring
• 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 12 red heart sprinkles

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl until fully liquefied. Stir in the granulated sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until the mixture appears smooth and well blended.

Step 2

Stir in the green gel food coloring until the mixture reaches your preferred bright green shade. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt on top of the wet mixture, then stir just until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 3

Press the dough gently into an even layer inside the bowl. Divide the dough into two equal halves. Form six balls from each half to make a total of twelve cookies. Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar so the surface is lightly coated.

Step 4

Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 to 11 minutes. The cookies will spread and puff slightly during baking, then show natural cracks as they cool. Immediately after removing them from the oven, press a single red heart sprinkle on top of each cookie. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Pro Tips

1. If you prefer more pronounced cracks on top of the cookies, bake them directly on a lightly sprayed baking sheet instead of a silicone mat.
2. Gel food coloring produces a stronger shade of green with fewer drops compared to liquid coloring.
3. Add the heart sprinkle immediately after baking so it adheres without additional icing.

Serving Suggestions and Pairings

Grinch Sugar Cookies pair well with hot chocolate, warm milk, spiced tea, and classic winter beverages. They also make an excellent addition to holiday cookie platters because the bright green color stands out among more traditional cookies. These cookies freeze well, making them suitable for advance holiday baking. When presented on a tray with red and white treats, they create a festive Christmas color palette. They also work perfectly for classroom celebrations or themed holiday movie nights.

Storage

Store the cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days. If you prefer to prepare the dough ahead of time, roll the dough into balls and freeze them. When ready to bake, set the dough on the counter for a few minutes while the oven preheats, roll in sugar, and bake as directed. Fully baked cookies may also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Table

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 cookie	138	3g	24g	3g	0g	13g

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