Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day quite like a batch of Shamrock Sugar Cookies! These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are soft on the inside with a slight crisp on the edges, making them a total crowd-pleaser. Plus, they’re just so much fun to decorate! Whether you go for classic green icing, gold sprinkles, or a drizzle of white chocolate, these cookies will add a festive touch to any celebration.
But beyond being a cute and tasty holiday treat, these cookies are perfect for bake sales. Here’s why:
✔ Easy to make in big batches – The dough comes together quickly, and you can bake multiple trays at once.
✔ Decorating makes them extra special – Eye-catching, festive treats always sell fast!
✔ Great for packaging – Wrap them in clear bags with a ribbon for an adorable grab-and-go option.
✔ Kid-friendly and allergy-friendly – No nuts (unless you swap the almond extract), and you can easily make them gluten-free with a flour substitute!
So, whether you’re baking for a school fundraiser, a classroom party, or just for fun, these shamrock cookies are a guaranteed hit. Ready to whip up a batch? Here’s how!
🍀 Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
For the Icing:
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Green food coloring
👉 How to Make Shamrock Sugar Cookies
1. Mix the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
2. Shape & Bake
- Roll teaspoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
- Flatten each ball slightly and shape them into shamrocks, or use a shamrock cookie cutter for perfect shapes.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
3. Make the Icing & Decorate
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar with milk, stirring until smooth.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring and mix well.
- Use a piping bag or a spoon to decorate your cooled cookies. Get creative—add sprinkles, gold dust, or even drizzle with melted chocolate for extra flair!
🍪 Bake Sale Tips for Success
🌟 Package them individually – Place cookies in clear treat bags and tie them with gold or green ribbon for a festive touch.
🌟 Make different sizes – Offer small cookie bundles and larger single cookies to appeal to different buyers.
🌟 Offer allergy-friendly options – Make a gluten-free batch with 1:1 gluten-free flour for extra inclusivity!
🌟 Set up a fun display – A tiered tray or shamrock-themed tablecloth makes everything look extra tempting!
