
Eggless Shamrock Cookies: St. Patrick’s Day Fun Without the Eggs!

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So, you’re looking for a fun and festive treat to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, but you can’t do eggs? Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! These eggless Shamrock cookies are easy to make, super tasty, and perfect for all ages. Whether you’re in the kitchen with your kids, surprising the grandkids, or just making a batch for yourself (no judgment!), these cookies are the way to go. Let’s get baking!
Key Takeaways:
These Shamrock cookies are the easiest and yummiest way to get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit—without eggs! They’re super simple to whip up, even if you’re new to baking. And the best part? You can decorate them however you like! Trust me, these cookies will be your new favorite holiday treat.

Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce (this is your egg replacer, and it works wonders!)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (let’s get festive!)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (you can use whatever kind you like—dairy or plant-based!)
- Shamrock-shaped cookie cutter (or any cute shape you’ve got)
- Fun sprinkles to make it pop!
Recipe Instructions:
First things first—preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. That’s your dry stuff. In another bowl, cream together your butter and sugar until it’s all fluffy and light. Add in the applesauce (or yogurt—your pick!) and vanilla, then mix it all together. The applesauce does double duty here, acting as your egg replacement while making the dough super soft.
Now, slowly mix in the dry ingredients. Don’t rush it! You want it all to come together into a nice dough. And here’s where the magic happens—add the green food coloring! Go ahead and pour a little (or a lot!) to get that perfect shade of St. Patrick’s Day green.
Once you’ve got the dough ready, wrap it up in plastic and chill it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll out and cut into shapes.
After it’s chilled, roll the dough out to about ¼-inch thick. Grab your Shamrock-shaped cookie cutter (or any fun shape you’ve got) and start cutting out those little cookies. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Pop those cookies in the oven and bake them for about 8-10 minutes. You’re looking for a light golden edge—don’t overbake! Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, let’s whip up the icing! Mix together powdered sugar and milk until it’s smooth and thick, but still pourable. Once your cookies are cool, drizzle the icing over the top and sprinkle them with whatever festive sprinkles you’ve got!
Kitchen Utensils Needed:
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls (one for dry, one for wet)
- Rolling pin
- Shamrock-shaped cookie cutter (or whatever shape you want)
- Parchment paper (because who wants to clean sticky pans?)
- Baking sheets
- Wire rack (to cool cookies evenly)
- Spoon or piping bag for icing
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These eggless Shamrock cookies are so easy to make, and they taste amazing! Whether you’re making them for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration, a bake sale, or just to enjoy with your loved ones, they’re sure to be a hit. They’re soft, they’re sweet, and they’re the perfect little treat to get everyone into the holiday spirit.
Get in the kitchen, grab those ingredients, and let’s make some cookies! Don’t forget to snap a pic and share it on social media—tag us @boldly50plus and we’d love to see your creations!
