Description

Jelly Bean Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and a fun twist on traditional sugar cookies. With their colorful jelly beans and a festive touch, these cookies are perfect for holidays, springtime, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cups (188g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

1 large egg, at room temperature

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 bag jelly beans

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together on medium-high speed until creamy (about 1 minute). Add the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Beat until combined (about 1 minute). Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then beat again if needed.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low until the dough comes together. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into balls. Arrange the dough balls on a large plate or lined baking sheet.
Cover and chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours (up to 4 days).
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Place the chilled dough balls 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the sides are lightly browned. The centers should still look soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes. While still warm, press a few jelly beans into the center of each cookie.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough to prevent cookies from spreading too much during baking. Skipping this step may result in thinner cookies.
Use any candy you like instead of jelly beans, such as M&Ms or chocolate chips.
Roll the dough balls in sugar before chilling them for a sparkly finish.
If you’re not a fan of almond extract, you can substitute it with more vanilla extract or another flavoring.

Prep Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cook Time: 11 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg