Grinch Cookies
Festive green cookies with a sweet and minty flavor, perfect for Christmas or holiday baking. These cookies are inspired by the Grinch from Dr. Seuss's classic story.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon green food coloring (gel preferred)
Add-ins
- 0.5 cup white chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup crushed candy canes optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in green food coloring until dough is evenly colored.
- Stir in white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes, if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.