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Rainbow Crinkle Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies with vibrant rainbow colors and a signature powdered sugar crinkle finish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp gel food coloring various colors
Coating
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients until dough forms.
  5. Divide dough and color each portion.
  6. Chill dough for 1 hour.
  7. Roll into balls and coat in powdered sugar.
  8. Bake 10–12 minutes until crinkled. Cool before serving.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for best results and chill dough thoroughly for a perfect crinkle texture.