Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies
Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that combines a soft, chewy base with vibrant sprinkles. These colorful cookies not only evoke childhood memories but also bring joy to both kids and adults alike. With minimal effort, you can whip up a batch of these cheerful delights, perfect for celebrations or simply to brighten your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies or quins)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; let cool before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg