Elf Cookies | Only 3 Ingredients!
Recipe Overview
Overview
Elf Cookies are a fun and simple treat that captures the essence of the holiday season. With just two main ingredients, sugar cookie dough and festive cookies, these cookies are not only easy to make but also incredibly delightful. The process begins with slicing the sugar cookie dough into even pieces, which are then rolled into balls and coated with green sprinkles to match the elf theme.
Once the dough balls are prepared, they are baked for a short time, just enough to achieve a soft and tender texture. The addition of the festive cookies on top adds a whimsical touch that makes these treats perfect for any holiday gathering. After baking, letting them cool on a rack ensures they maintain their delightful softness.
These cookies are a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen, making them a wonderful family activity during the holidays. The simplicity of the recipe allows for creativity, whether you choose to use different types of festive cookies or sprinkles. Overall, Elf Cookies are a charming and delicious way to celebrate the season, bringing smiles to everyone who tries them.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Unwrap a roll of sugar cookie dough.
Cut the dough into 12 even slices.
Cut each slice of sugar cookie dough in half.
Get green sprinkles for decoration.
Tip: Preheat your oven to 350° F for even baking.
Preheat the oven to 350° F.
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Roll the sugar cookie dough into balls.
Roll the dough balls in green sprinkles.
Place the coated dough balls on the prepared cookie sheet.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
Gently press the elf cookies on top of the baked cookies.
Return the cookies to the oven and bake for another 10 to 11 minutes.
Tip: Bake until the edges are a very light golden brown for the best texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven once they are light golden brown.
Let the cookies sit in the pan for 10 minutes.
Tip: Let cookies sit in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to maintain their shape.
Place the cookies onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
Try one of the cookies to check for doneness.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Using festive cookie shapes can enhance the holiday spirit in your baking.
- •Rolling cookie dough in sprinkles adds a fun and colorful touch.
- •Baking cookies at a lower temperature for a shorter time can result in a softer texture.
