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Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies

Soft and chewy sugar cookies covered in sprinkles.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Rainbow sprinkle cookies, sprinkle cookie, Sugar cookie with sprinkles
Servings: 18 cookies

Ingredients

  • cups all purpose flour
  • teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup rainbow nonpareil sprinkles

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat butter until smooth. Add in the sugar and beat the sugar and butter together until it is light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
  • Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined, scraping the side of the bowl as needed.
  • Add in the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
  • Place ¼ cup of nonpareil sprinkles into a shallow bowl. Scoop 2-tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball. Roll dough balls in the sprinkles to cover.
  • Place dough balls onto prepared baking sheet 2-inches apart. Gently press the dough down with the bottom of a glass to a ½-inch thickness.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are very slightly golden. Remove from oven and place on wire racks to cool.

Notes

These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week and in the freezer for up to 3 months.