Description
Classic sprinkle sugar cookies that are soft, chewy, and coated with colorful sprinkles, perfect for holidays or celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup rainbow sprinkles (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until a dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each dough ball in rainbow sprinkles until fully coated.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a softer cookie, avoid overbaking.
- You can change sprinkle colors based on the occasion.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
