Jingle Bells

Get into the festive spirit with these delightful Jingle Bell Cookies—a holiday treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat! This merry recipe combines a buttery vanilla-infused dough with vibrant pops of color, thanks to red, green, and yellow food coloring. Shaped into adorable bell-like circles and dusted with powdered sugar, these whimsical cookies are perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply spreading cheer at home. With just 20 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of bake time, they’re a quick way to brighten your kitchen with holiday magic. For an extra touch of joy, sprinkle them with crunchy, decorative sprinkles to match the season. Whether you're baking with kids or sharing them as edible gifts, these Jingle Bell Cookies are sure to be a hit all season long!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 3 assorted colors Food coloring (red, green, and yellow)
• 0.5 cup Decorative sprinkles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until creamy and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Divide the dough into three equal portions. Add a few drops of food coloring (red, green, and yellow) to each portion and knead gently until the color is even.

Step 6

Roll each portion of dough into long, thin ropes. Twist ropes of different colors together and then shape them into small, bell-like circles.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 8

Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 9

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake.

Step 10

Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 11

Once cooled, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar. If desired, decorate with festive sprinkles for an extra holiday touch.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your cheerful Jingle Bell Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	982.5 grams (982.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3959

Total Fat 107.30g	138%
Saturated Fat 58.60g	293%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 468mg	156%
Sodium 1173mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 717.20g	261%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 414.50g
Protein 44.60g	89%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 101mg	8%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 501mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.1%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 71.5%