Magical Leprechaun Cookies: Taste the Rainbow

Experience the magic of St. Patrick's Day with our whimsical Leprechaun Cookies! These soft, buttery treats topped with rainbow sprinkles are sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Perfect for adding a touch of charm to your holiday celebrations!

Type: Dessert

Cuisine: Irish

Keywords: Leprechaun Cookies, St. Patrick's Day, Rainbow Sprinkles, Dessert, Recipe

Recipe Yield: 24 cookies

Calories: 150

Preparation Time: PT20M

Cooking Time: PT12M

Total Time: PT32M

Recipe Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Green food coloring
• Rainbow sprinkles

Recipe Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 3. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined. 4. Gradually add flour, mixing until dough forms. 5. Divide dough in half and tint one half with green food coloring. 6. Roll small portions of each dough into balls and gently press together to form cookie shapes. 7. Place cookies onto prepared baking sheets and top with rainbow sprinkles. 8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. 9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.