Get ready for a sprinkle-packed adventure with our Sprinkle Sugar Cookies – the cookie equivalent of a confetti celebration, with no need to chill the batter before baking! These cookies are soft and buttery, with tons of colorful sprinkles mixed into the batter. Each bite is a playful party that’s as irresistible as it is delightful. Let the baking festivities begin!
Not Your Grandma’s Tea-Time Treats
These bite-sized bursts of joy have rainbow secrets hidden inside. Each bite is like a party, a sweet surprise that’ll have you doing a happy dance. No complicated instructions…just pure fun that will remind you that life is too short for boring bakes.
Fair warning, though: These cookies are addictive and will be gone in a flash. One bite, and poof, the whole batch might vanish (don’t worry, we’ve all been there!). I know I’ve definitely done that with so many cookies, especially my soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies, or classic peanut butter blossoms, and of course those adorable coffee bean cookies that look like real coffee beans! Okay, I obviously can’t seem to help myself when it comes to cookies.
So grab your whisk and get ready to sprinkle some sunshine into your life! Want to take your cookies to the next level? Check out my easy 5-ingredient homemade sprinkle recipe for endless flavor combinations and a sprinkle-tastic twist on this already awesome treat!
These cookies are more than treats, though – they’re happy memories in the making. You’ll be left with flour-dusted smiles, happy sighs, and a craving that’ll have you reaching for the sprinkle jar again (and again).
How to Make Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until pale yellow and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and whisk again.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the dry ingredients of flour and baking powder.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing between each addition.
- Finally, fold in the sprinkles.
Baking
- With a spoon, scoop out some of the dough and roll into 1″ to 1-½” balls. Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Optionally, roll the balls of cookie dough in sugar and/or press them into a bowl full of sprinkles before placing on the baking sheet, for additional sweetness and fun!
- Bake on the middle rack of the oven at 350℉ for 12 to 14 minutes.
- Let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes, then enjoy!
Storage
When stored in an airtight container on the counter, these sprinkle sugar cookies will stay good for several days.
Homemade Sprinkles
While you can certainly use store-bought sprinkles for this recipe, did you know that making your own homemade sprinkles is not only a fun activity for the whole family, but it’s super easy too?!
Pro Tip
My secret to keeping cookies soft is to slightly underbake them. This method works for most types of cookies. Take the cookies out of the oven when they’re just starting to get a light golden color around the edges. Let the cookies cool for just a minute on the baking sheet, then move them to a wire rack so they’ll finish cooling there. They’ll stay softer for much longer this way!
FAQ
Can I make this cookie dough ahead of time?
Yes! Store the dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen dough completely in the fridge overnight before baking. You might need to add a minute or two to the baking time, so keep an eye on them.
How do I prevent the sprinkles color from bleeding?
Folding them gently into the dough rather than mixing them vigorously helps. You can also sprinkle some on top before baking for extra fun.
Can I add additional flavors to my cookies?
You sure can! Try a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for a warm spice kick. You can also swap out the vanilla extract for almond extract for a different flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened to room temperature
- 1-½ cups granulated sugar
- 2-¾ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup sprinkles
- Optional additional sugar and sprinkles for rolling cookie dough in before baking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until pale yellow and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and whisk again.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the dry ingredients of flour and baking powder.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing between each addition.
- Finally, fold in the sprinkles.
- With a spoon, scoop out some of the dough and roll into 1″ to 1-½” balls. Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Optionally, roll the balls of cookie dough in sugar and/or press them into a bowl full of sprinkles before placing on the baking sheet, for additional sweetness and fun!
- Bake on the middle rack of the oven at 350℉ for 12 to 14 minutes.
- Let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes, then enjoy!
Notes:
- Storage: When stored in an airtight container on the counter, these sprinkle sugar cookies will stay good for several days.
- Can I make this cookie dough ahead of time? Yes! Store the dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen dough completely in the fridge overnight before baking. You might need to add a minute or two to the baking time, so keep an eye on them.
- How do I prevent the sprinkles color from bleeding? Folding them gently into the dough rather than mixing them vigorously helps. You can also sprinkle some on top before baking for extra fun.
