Thursday, March 8, 2012

Jelly Bean Cookies

Jelly beans anyone?  This cookie merges two classic treats into one.   Easy-peasy for sure, and oh, so cute!
I had to include black jelly beans because they are my all-time favorite! Notice how there are no actual black jelly beans left:) That's because I picked them all out (there's never enough black ones!) and ate every last one of them as soon as I brought the bag home!

Before I started these I searched the internet to see if I could find jelly bean cookies. Initially, I could only find cookies that baked the jelly beans into the cookie. Finally, I found some cute, little jelly bean cookies at The Decorated Cookie:)  I should have known that Meaghan would come up with this cute cookie idea! It was obvious that I saw these cookies long ago because I commented on the post, but I was happy to have my memory refreshed:)

I have a petit four cutter set from Ateco which has a bean shaped cutter. How lucky is that? The cutter is 1.5-inch, which makes for a nice size two-bite jelly bean cookie. Of course it can be eaten it one bite, if you prefer.

This cookie is a sugar cookie/royal icing combo.

As you can see it's a super simple cookie, especially since I already had the bean shaped cutter. If you don't have such a cutter, I'm sure any small oval shape would work, or small half-circle. It's a pretty simple shape to improvise.

Procedure:
I used a #4 tip to outline and fill the cookie with the royal icing.  The royal icing was not too thick and not too thin in order to fill the cookie with the icing right after outlining it.  I let the cookies dry for a short while and then added the white detail with the #2 tip.

These are fast, fun cookies to make, and I love them!

 Put them in jars or cellophane bags tied with a pretty ribbon and they'd make a great gift/favor.

ENJOY!!!

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65 comments:

  1. JenniferMarch 8, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    Haha when I saw this post title, I immediately thought "Jelly beans baked into cookies??? That's brilliant!!" Not gonna lie, I was a little disappointed when I saw I was wrong. BUT still a cute recipe :D

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    1. SueMarch 9, 2012 at 7:46 PM

      I'll have to try that kind of jelly bean cookie next:)

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  2. JenMarch 8, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    These are adorable, perfect for easter too :)

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  3. the decorated cookieMarch 8, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Love!! I forgot about those... TWO years ago? Time so flies. (And wow, my photography was even worse back then.) Thanks so much for mentioning moi!

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    1. SueMarch 9, 2012 at 7:47 PM

      Actually, the original post was THREE years ago!

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  4. SweetSugarBelleMarch 8, 2012 at 11:45 PM

    Adorable!!!! I'll totally send you all my blacks!!!

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  5. Heather BairdMarch 9, 2012 at 3:26 AM

    So stinkin' cute!!

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  6. Sugar SwingsMarch 9, 2012 at 4:27 AM

    so cute sue! and my dad loves the black jelly beans too...and so does my 7 year old (go figure!)

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  7. LoraMarch 9, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    Adoable! I love these bite size treats and I also love the black ones.

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  8. UnknownMarch 9, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    I'll send yoy all of my black beans :)

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  9. Dorothy @ Crazy for CrustMarch 9, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    So cute! You can have all of my black jelly beans. I'll take your red. :)

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  10. AikoVenusMarch 9, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    Aa! I need to just start making all of your cookies on this site! These are perfect for Easter baskets or other gifts!

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  11. UnknownMarch 9, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    These are too cute! :P

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  12. Georgia | The Comfort of CookingMarch 9, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    These cookies are too adorable, Sue! You are so creative and talented! Thanks for sharing.

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  13. Lorraine @ Not Quite NigellaMarch 9, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    They're so cute and colourful! Just like the candy jelly beans! :D

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  14. Cristin (Pinkie)March 9, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    These are super cute Sue. I have to tell you that we always THROW AWAY the black jelly beans! Next time I'll have to ship you our extras ;-) Super cute cookies!!!

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  15. TRICIAMarch 9, 2012 at 7:34 PM

    These are too cute! We always pitch the black jelly beans...come over and you can have your fill!

    makingitfeellikehome.blogspot.com

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  16. Vanessa @ See Vanessa CraftMarch 9, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    Adorable! I would love for you to link up to Do Something Crafty Friday: http://seevanessacraft.com/2012/03/do-something-crafty-30/

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  17. Brandy KMarch 10, 2012 at 4:46 AM

    Oh my stinkin' word! How cute! Eewww on the black jelly beans though! :)

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    1. SueMarch 10, 2012 at 11:41 AM

      Thanks for your comment, but the black ones ARE the best;)

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  18. Brenda @ SweetSimpleStuffMarch 10, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    So simple and so cute! But I thought that my hubby was the only person on earth that actually liked black jelly beans. We all have our favorites ... I eat all the red ones, then orange ...

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  19. Heather @ A Cupcake Love AffairMarch 10, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Really cute cookies! Love them! :)

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  20. Kim McCallieMarch 10, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    So, so cute! I love them! I'd like to invite you to share them at Sweet Indulgences Sunday.

    http://www.wellseasonedlife.com/2012/03/sweet-indulgences-sunday-46.html

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    1. SueMarch 10, 2012 at 4:13 PM

      Thanks for the comment and invite. I'll be there:)

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  21. So DomesticatedMarch 10, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    So cute... I love them!

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  22. Angie's RecipesMarch 11, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    wow You are a genius! They are just so adorable!

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  23. PaulaMarch 11, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    These are the cutest! I haven't had a jelly bean cookie ever and I can't remember when I ate jelly beans last ;)

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    1. SueMarch 12, 2012 at 4:37 PM

      Thanks, Paula! I think you need to eat some jelly beans:)

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  24. UnknownMarch 12, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    These are so cute, Sue. I love how you've put them in the bowl of jelly beans too. Looks fab.

    Also, just wanted to let you know that I've hit you up with a link to your blog back on my blog. Your blog and work is fantastic so definitely link worthy! :)

    -Lisa.

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  25. Baking SerendipityMarch 12, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    So cute! I love these :) I'll save my black jelly beans for you. Yuck!

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    1. SueMarch 12, 2012 at 4:40 PM

      Thank you! I should have a boatload of black ones by now;)

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  26. ErinMarch 12, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    Sue you are so amazing! I don't know how you do it. Every single cookie you make is a piece of art! I wish you lived closer - I'd pay you to make me cookies!

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    1. SueMarch 12, 2012 at 4:41 PM

      Thanks Erin! I'd love to be your neighbor:)

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  27. KristenMarch 12, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    You must have SO much patience. Each cookie is absolutely perfect!

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    1. SueMarch 12, 2012 at 7:26 PM

      Not really; I just enjoy it:) Thank you, Kristen!

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  28. UnknownMarch 12, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    Well if looking (and eating) these doesn't bring a smile to one's face...well I don't know what would! Very cute, bright and perfect for spring.

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  29. JacquelineMarch 12, 2012 at 9:35 PM

    These are so, so cute! I would love a handful of them. You could even flavor some of mine with anise for licorice jelly beans!

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    1. SueMarch 12, 2012 at 11:19 PM

      Thank you, Jacqueline! I actually thought of making some black ones flavored with anise(the royal icing, at least), after these were already made:)

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  30. keatseatsblogMarch 13, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    So stinkin' cute!!

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  31. Katie @ Made to be a Momma. March 14, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    THESE are GREAT!!!!! I would love to have you share this at my link party! New Follower here!
    http://www.pincushioncreations.com/2012/03/baby-burp-cloths.html

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  32. UnknownMarch 14, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    These are so cute!! I have naked ones waiting on a cookie sheet in the kitchen! Love that you used actual jelly beans in your photo!

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  33. Alison @ Oopsey DaisyMarch 19, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Wow. These are beyond incredible, Sue!! You always have the most fantastic ideas! Thanks for sharing at oopsey daisy!

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  34. UnknownApril 6, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    These look AMAZING!!!! Would love it if you shared at a party we are hosting today!

    Thanks!
    Cari
    twosasters.com

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  35. Diane {Created by Diane}March 18, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    Oh these are just too CUTE!

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