Description
These soft and chewy sugar cookies are a delightful treat, bursting with colorful sprinkles in every bite. The cookies are perfectly sweet, with a hint of vanilla and almond extract, creating a fun and festive dessert for any occasion. Easy to make and irresistibly soft, these sprinkle sugar cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (add an extra tablespoon for thicker cookies)
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened slightly but still cool
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- ¾ cup sprinkles
Instructions
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- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the sprinkles, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in additional sprinkles, if desired, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press down on each dough ball with the back of a spoon to flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The center should still be soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For thicker cookies, add an extra tablespoon of flour as mentioned in the ingredients.
- You can use any type of sprinkles you like, whether traditional or colorful, to suit your preferences.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Sugar Cookies, Soft Sugar Cookies, Sprinkle Cookies, Fun Cookies, Vanilla Almond Cookies, Easy Cookie Recipe