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A plate of vibrant springtime crinkle cookies topped with powdered sugar, surrounded by pastel Easter decorations.
Alyssa

Springtime Crinkle Cookies

Soft, colorful, and melt-in-your-mouth, these Springtime Crinkle Cookies are the perfect cheerful treat for Easter or any spring gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 121

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar, for coating
  • gel food coloring in pastel shades

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts, then gradually fold in the dry ingredients to form a thick dough.
  5. Divide dough into portions and add pastel gel food coloring to each, mixing until colors are even. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in powdered sugar until fully coated. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until tops crack and edges are set. Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are perfect for spring gatherings and can be decorated for Easter.