Jello Mix Cookies for Kids (Printable Version)
Bright cookies made with jello mix—a fun, easy baking project with only four key ingredients.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Base
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497 grams snickerdoodle cookie mix (cinnamon-sugar packet excluded)
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113 grams salted butter, melted
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1 large egg
→ Gelatin Flavors
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3 tablespoons (approx. 25 grams) red flavored gelatin powder
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3 tablespoons (approx. 25 grams) blue flavored gelatin powder
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3 tablespoons (approx. 25 grams) green flavored gelatin powder
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3 tablespoons (approx. 25 grams) yellow flavored gelatin powder
→ Coating
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200 grams granulated white sugar
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat oven to 175°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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In a large mixing bowl, blend cookie mix, melted butter, and egg until a uniform dough forms.
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Portion dough evenly into four small bowls. Knead 3 tablespoons of a different gelatin flavor into each bowl, creating four colored versions.
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Pour sugar into a shallow dish. Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, shape dough into balls and roll thoroughly in sugar, ensuring complete coverage.
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Space dough balls 5 centimeters apart on the prepared tray.
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Bake for 10–13 minutes, or until cookie tops are set and just beginning to show a golden hue. Remove promptly to avoid overbaking.
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Allow cookies to rest on the tray for 3–5 minutes before transferring to a rack or serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For best results, use your hands to incorporate gelatin powders fully into each dough portion to achieve vibrant colors.