Smiley Face Cookie Surprise
Vibrant vegan cookies shaped into cheerful smiles with edible glitter, perfect for playful snacking or sharing with friends. This general-inspired desserts (vegan) ready in about 34 minutes layers all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, coconut oil into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp edible glitter
- 5 drops food coloring
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup coconut oil and 3 tbsp maple syrup until smooth, then mix in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 2: Gradually add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup powdered sugar, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
- Step 3: Divide dough into two portions; tint one portion with 5 drops food coloring using your fingertips until evenly colored.
- Step 4: Roll the colored dough into a 1/4-inch-thick circle on a floured surface, then press a 3-inch cookie cutter into the center to create a smile shape.
- Step 5: Place the smile-cut dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then top with a small amount of edible glitter to form 'sparkles' on the smile curve.
- Step 6: Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden and the surface feels firm to the touch.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smiley Face Cookie Surprise take to make?
Total time is about 34 minutes (20 min prep + 14 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Smiley Face Cookie Surprise?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smiley Face Cookie Surprise?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Smiley Face Cookie Surprise for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Smiley Face Cookie Surprise vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 14-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
