Valentine’s Day Cookies
Embrace the spirit of Valentine's Day with these luscious Strawberry Cookies. Infused with strawberry Jell-O, enriched with white chocolate chips, and perfected with a hint of vanilla, these cookies are not just a treat but a loving gesture. Ready in about 30 minutes, they're the ideal choice for a heartfelt, homemade gift or a sweet end to a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry Jell-O mix
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3.4-ounce package white chocolate instant pudding
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 12-ounce bag white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Begin by Preheating: Set your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) to warm up for baking.
- Creaming Components: Take a large bowl and blend softened butter, sugar, and strawberry Jell-O mix until creamy. Follow this by mixing in eggs and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
- Combining Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, white chocolate instant pudding, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate this into your creamy mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Adding the Chocolaty Touch: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly spread throughout the dough.
- Forming the Cookies: Using a small scoop, form the dough into 1½-inch balls and place them on a greased baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Baking Time: Let the cookies bake for 9–10 minutes, until they are just right.
- Cooling Down: After baking, let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for a short while before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.