Gems cookies are delightful treats that combine the goodness of cookies with the colorful and crunchy Gems candies. These cookies are perfect for kids and adults alike. Here is a recipe for Gems cookies:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Ready Time: 27-30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup Gems candies (or any colorful candy-coated chocolates)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the Gems candies into the cookie dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Gently flatten each cookie dough ball with the palm of your hand or the back of a spoon, until they are about 1/2-inch thick.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, they are ready to be enjoyed. Store them in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
Note: Cooking times may vary depending on the oven, so keep an eye on the cookies after the 12-minute mark to prevent them from overbaking.
This recipe yields approximately 2 dozen cookies. Feel free to adjust the quantity of ingredients based on your requirements. Enjoy the colorful and delicious Gems cookies!
