Description
Whimsical and festive Sugar Plum Fairy Cookies made with a simple sugar cookie mix and colorful Jell-O for a vibrant purple hue. These delightful cookies are coated with sparkling white sanding sugar for a magical holiday treat that’s quick to prepare and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 package Sugar Cookie Mix
- 3 oz Jell-O Mix (Red and Blue combined for flavor and color)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted
Coating
- 1/2 cup White Sanding Sugar
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix, combined Red and Blue Jell-O mix, eggs, and melted butter. Stir thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms and the dough develops a bright purple color.
- Form Dough Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Aim to make them as even in size as possible to ensure uniform baking. Then, coat each ball generously with white sanding sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat to ensure proper baking temperature.
- Bake Cookies: Place the sanding sugar–coated dough balls spaced evenly on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden around edges.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the cookies carefully to a wire rack to cool completely. This keeps them crisp and prevents sogginess.
Notes
- Mixing red and blue Jell-O powders creates the unique purple color characteristic of these sugar plum cookies.
- Use white sanding sugar to add sparkle and a subtle crunch to the cookie surface.
- For uniform cookies, use a scoop or spoon to portion dough balls evenly.
- Cool cookies completely on a wire rack to maintain texture and avoid moisture build-up.
- These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days of baking for optimal freshness.
