Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Mr. Grinch Spritz Cookies -And Original Mirro Christmas Trees Recipe

I have to say I  L~O~V~E this idea folks:@) I used a gingerbread man disc and made some Mr. Grinch Spritz Cookies. Whether heading to the movie theater for the latest release or snuggling up on the couch with a cup of cocoa to watch the TV classic, these cookies are sure to be a hit! I've seen a lot of Grinch variations out there, most are like a green crinkle cookie with a red heart decoration... My little men bring the theme home just a tad more.

Pinching the top of the head gives them a pointier, better look.
And I tried both of my gingerbread discs...

Now, full disclosure, not all of the cookies turned out perfect, some puffed up, some little legs got too dark, etc... 

But the green food coloring and big red heart lets everyone know these cookies are all about Grinchy fun.
~Remember, things don't have to be perfect to bring a smile to a child's face:@)

Used my battery operated thrifted Super Shooter for the light green ones (which works great-"thank you" to whoever donated it!),
with the gingerbread man disc from a set I picked up on Ebay.
And a gifted disc from Impress Bakeware for the darker green cookies. Unfortunately we can't get that disc right now, but maybe in 2019.

I started with the original Mirro recipe, used half butter, half shortening. 
Also subbed vanilla for the almond extract and omitted the baking powder.
Bake 9-12 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown.
I typed the recipe out here, in case it's easier to read:@)

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