Kool-Aid Cookies Recipe ๐ช
Overview:
These Kool-Aid Cookies are a delightful treat that brings a burst of color and flavor to your dessert table. With their vibrant hues and sweet tanginess, they’re sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for a fun snack for lunchtime, a tasty treat for a weeknight indulgence, or something to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies are the perfect choice.
- Preparation Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 32 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories per Serving: 182.9
- Rating: โญ 4
Ingredients:
- 1 cup shortening
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 6 Kool-Aid packets (assorted flavors)
- 1/2 egg yolks
Instructions:
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Cream Shortening and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Egg Yolks: Add the egg yolks to the creamed mixture and beat well until fully incorporated.
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Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until a smooth dough forms.
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Divide Dough: Once the dough is mixed, divide it in half.
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Roll Out Dough: Roll out each half of the dough on wax paper to form two rectangles.
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Sprinkle with Kool-Aid: Sprinkle each half of the dough with Kool-Aid powder, using a different flavor for each half.
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Layer Dough: Carefully place one half of the dough on top of the other to create a layered effect.
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Roll Up Dough: Roll the layered dough into a tight roll, starting from one end.
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Chill or Freeze: Wrap the dough roll in wax paper and refrigerate it for at least two hours, or freeze it for later use.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
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Slice and Bake: Once chilled, slice the dough roll into cookies of your desired thickness and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
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Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, serve and enjoy the deliciously fruity flavor of these Kool-Aid Cookies!
These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family or for enjoying as a special treat any time of day. With their unique flavors and vibrant colors, they’re sure to be a hit at any gathering or celebration. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these delightful Kool-Aid Cookies today and indulge in a burst of fruity goodness with every bite! ๐๐ช
