Description
Festive Pudding Cookies bring holiday cheer with their playful mix of classic pudding mix and colorful sprinkles. Moist, tender cookies packed with nostalgic flavor invite sweet memories and joyful celebrations for all cookie enthusiasts.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup shortening
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon 100% pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3.4 ounce (96 grams) box of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Decorative Ingredient:
- ½ cup Christmas sprinkles (red, green, and white mix recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare and organize all ingredients and equipment, ensuring the oven rack is positioned in the center for even baking at 350°F (177°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats, creating a non-stick surface for the cookies.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter, vegetable shortening, and granulated sugar, using an electric mixer to whip the mixture until it becomes pale and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate whole eggs, pure vanilla extract, and instant vanilla pudding mix into the creamed mixture, blending until the ingredients are thoroughly integrated and the texture is smooth.
- In a separate medium bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing at low speed to prevent overmixing and maintain the cookies’ tender texture.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form uniform dough balls approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Roll each dough ball generously in festive Christmas sprinkles, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Arrange sprinkle-coated dough balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Remove baking sheets from the oven and let cookies rest for 5 minutes to stabilize their structure.
- Transfer cookies to a wire cooling rack, allowing them to cool completely and develop their final texture.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days, or freeze for extended preservation up to 3 months.
- When ready to serve, briefly warm refrigerated or frozen cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore their fresh-baked warmth and softness.
Notes
- Instant pudding mix creates an incredibly soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture that sets these cookies apart from traditional recipes.
- Christmas sprinkles transform ordinary cookies into festive treats, perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting to loved ones.
- Creaming butter, shortening, and sugar thoroughly ensures a light, fluffy cookie with delicate crumb and rich flavor.
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, helping achieve a consistent dough that bakes evenly and looks professional.
- Freezing cookies extends their shelf life, allowing you to prepare batches in advance for spontaneous celebrations or unexpected guests.
- Rolling dough in sprinkles before baking creates a colorful, crunchy exterior that adds visual appeal and delightful texture to each bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg