Hey y’all! Are you ready to spice up your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with some delightful treats? We’ve got a fun recipe that will have everyone asking for more. These St. Patrick’s Day cookies are not only delicious but also perfect for getting festive with your loved ones. So, let’s get into it!
St. Patrick’s Day Cookies
These cookies are designed to be as green and festive as the day itself! With a touch of sweetness and a whole lot of love, you’ll want to whip up a batch (or two) to share with friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 to 3 drops of green food coloring
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- Shamrock sprinkles (for decoration, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; whisk them together and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until it’s nice and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well until everything is integrated.
- Now, it’s time to add a touch of green! Stir in the green food coloring until you reach your desired shade.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix, stirring until just combined. Don’t overmix it!
- Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space in between each cookie.
- Bake in your preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden at the edges.
- While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by mixing the powdered sugar with milk until you get a smooth consistency.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle your icing over the top and decorate with shamrock sprinkles, if you’re feeling fancy!
There you have it—easy and festive St. Patrick’s Day cookies that are guaranteed to bring smiles to your celebration! Feel free to share your creations or any fun variations you come up with. Happy baking!