Last weekend, my son Brayden had his very first playdate with a buddy from school, and it got me thinking about all the vibrant colors from my recent St. Patrick's Day roundup. Those cheerful hues were still lingering in my mind, and what better way to celebrate than by creating something fun and colorful? With classic kid activities like building Legos, pretending to be superheroes, and sword fights that somehow always end up with someone taking a dip in the pool (no names mentioned!), we also whipped up this delightful jello playdough recipe that transformed into edible "cookies."
The kids absolutely loved them, and honestly, I’d say any playdate is successful as long as everyone leaves with all their fingers and toes intact—and maybe a sprinkle of rainbow sugar on top! These jello cookies were super simple to make and kept the little ones entertained for hours.
Here’s how we did it:
**Ingredients:**
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1.5 cups softened butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Food coloring of your choice
- Flavored gelatin (Jello) packets in various colors
**Steps:**
First, mix the flour and baking powder in a medium-sized bowl. Next, cream the butter in a separate bowl until it becomes smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar and keep beating until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then, incorporate the egg and vanilla, blending thoroughly. Slowly stir in the dry flour mixture until everything is combined.
Now, divide the dough into four equal portions. Take one portion and place it back into the mixing bowl. Add two tablespoons of your chosen Jello flavor along with some food coloring. Mix gently until the color is evenly distributed, then take it out and knead it by hand. Repeat this process with each section of dough using different flavors and colors. Once you're done, let the kids play with the dough—imagination is key here!
Afterward, shape the dough into small balls about an inch in diameter. Roll each ball in the leftover Jello crystals from the packets for added texture and visual appeal. Flatten them slightly and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about two inches apart.
Finally, pop them into the oven preheated to 350°F (175°C) for around eight minutes. Allow them to cool for another couple of minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
This recipe was inspired by something I found online, but I tweaked it to suit our taste preferences. The end result? Brightly colored, sweet treats that look almost too good to eat!
I hope you give it a try sometime—it’s not only fun for the kids but also makes for a memorable afternoon activity. And who knows? Maybe next time, you’ll find yourself surrounded by giggling little chefs eager to dive into their next culinary adventure.
Happy baking!
xo
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