Description
Sparkling Shamrock Cookies are a delightful treat that embodies the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day! These soft, mint-flavored cookies are adorned with vibrant green sugar crystals, creating a visually stunning and festive dessert. Perfect for gatherings or simply to brighten your day, they’re fun to make and even more enjoyable to eat. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, these cookies are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether paired with tea or enjoyed on their own, Sparkling Shamrock Cookies will surely bring smiles and cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- Green sugar crystals for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the mint extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick and cut out shamrock shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on prepared sheets, sprinkle with green sugar crystals, and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better blending.
Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
Chill dough if too soft before rolling out.
Customize by adding chocolate chips or different extracts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg