Looking for a fun and delicious treat to bake for your next gathering? Look no further than these delightful Sprinkle Sugar Cookies! These cookies are not only easy to make but also perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet treat any day of the week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- These cookies are bursting with sweet vanilla flavor and colorful sprinkles, making them a hit with both kids and adults.
- With simple ingredients and quick prep time, these cookies are perfect for any busy baker looking to satisfy their sweet tooth.
- These cookies are versatile and can be customized with different colors of sprinkles for various occasions.
Ingredient Notes:
Wet Ingredients:
- Butter, softened: Provides richness and flavor to the cookies.
- Granulated sugar and brown sugar: Sweetens the cookies and adds a chewy texture.
- Large egg white: Helps bind the dough together.
- Vanilla extract: Adds a delicious vanilla flavor to the cookies.
Dry Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: The base of the cookie dough.
- Baking soda, baking powder, and salt: These leavening agents help the cookies rise and become light and fluffy.
Add-ins:
- Sprinkles: Adds a pop of color and fun to the cookies.
- Additional granulated sugar, for rolling dough balls: Creates a sweet and crunchy exterior for the cookies.
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg white and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in the sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Roll the dough into small balls, then roll in additional granulated sugar.
- Place the dough balls on a baking sheet and flatten slightly with the palm of your hand.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Helpful Tips:
- For extra chewy cookies, slightly underbake them and let them cool on the baking sheet.
- Experiment with different colors and types of sprinkles to customize the cookies for different occasions.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use room temperature butter for a smoother cookie dough.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for cookies that hold their shape better.
- For a more intense vanilla flavor, use high-quality vanilla extract.
Serving Suggestions:
These Sprinkle Sugar Cookies are perfect on their own, but they also pair well with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
To keep these cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To reheat, pop them in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them up and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes, you can freeze the dough for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before baking.
- Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter? Yes, you can use salted butter, just reduce the added salt in the recipe.
- Can I omit the sprinkles? While the sprinkles add a fun touch, you can leave them out if you prefer a plain sugar cookie.
Conclusion:
These Sprinkle Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that is sure to bring a smile to your face. With their sweet vanilla flavor and colorful sprinkles, they are perfect for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and let us know how much you loved them!
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Sprinkle Sugar Cookies Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These sprinkle sugar cookies are a fun and colorful treat that is perfect for any occasion. The soft and buttery cookies are rolled in sprinkles before baking, adding a pop of color and sweetness to each bite.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 & 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Add-ins
- 1/3 cup sprinkles
- Additional granulated sugar, for rolling dough balls
Instructions
- Cream wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg white and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Add sprinkles: Gently fold in the sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Roll dough balls: Roll the dough into small balls, then roll each ball in additional granulated sugar.
- Bake: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the sprinkle colors to match any theme or holiday.
- For a softer cookie, slightly underbake them and allow them to cool on the baking sheet before transferring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg