Rainbow sprinkle sugar cookies
Craving a burst of color and sweetness in your day? Look no further than these delightful rainbow sprinkle sugar cookies! 🌈✨
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until dough forms.
- Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information:
- Serving size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 18g
- Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 1g
Indulge in these colorful and delicious rainbow sprinkle sugar cookies for a fun and tasty treat that will brighten up your day! 🌟 #RainbowCookies #SweetTreats #ColorfulBaking
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
- Q: Can I use a different type of sprinkles?
- Q: Can I make the dough in advance and bake it later?
- Q: Can I freeze the baked cookies?
- Q: Can I substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour?
- Q: How can I store the cookies?
- Q: Can I add other mix-ins to the dough?
- Q: Can I double the recipe?
- Q: Can I use a cookie cutter to make shaped cookies?
- Q: Can I drizzle icing on top of the cookies?
A: Yes, you can use salted butter, just reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
A: Absolutely, feel free to experiment with different types of sprinkles for a unique twist!
A: Yes, you can refrigerate the dough for up to 24 hours before baking.
A: Yes, the baked cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
A: Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend as a substitute.
A: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
A: Absolutely, feel free to add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to customize the cookies.
A: Yes, you can easily double the ingredients to make a larger batch of cookies.
A: Yes, feel free to use cookie cutters to create fun shapes with the dough.
A: Yes, a simple powdered sugar glaze or royal icing can be drizzled on top for extra decoration.
Helpful tips:
- Add a dash of almond extract for a subtle nutty flavor.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Roll cookie dough in additional sprinkles before baking for extra color.
- For a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them and let them cool on the baking sheet.
- Experiment with different types of sprinkles to create unique combinations.
- Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies that bake uniformly.
- Store extra dough in the freezer for future baking sessions.
- For a festive touch, add seasonal sprinkles for holidays or special occasions.
- Get creative with different shapes by using cookie cutters for themed treats.
- Share the joy – these cookies make for perfect gifts or party favors!
Expert Secrets:
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother dough consistency.
- Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies.
- Ensure the oven is preheated for even baking and golden edges.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain freshness.
- Experiment with different extracts like almond or lemon for flavor variations.
- For a soft-baked cookie, reduce baking time for a chewier texture.
- Substitute part of the flour with cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
- Drizzle melted chocolate or caramel over cooled cookies for an indulgent finish.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet and salty flavor contrast.
- Get creative with mix-ins like mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or crushed pretzels for added texture.