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Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

August 17, 2022 by brooke 31 Comments

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These sprinkle sugar cookies are the perfect combination of crispy, chewy and fun. A classic sugar cookie with sprinkles added for a colorful twist!

sprinkle sugar cookies with bowl of sprinkles on the side.

Sprinkle sugar cookies are perfect for when you need a little something more than your traditional sugar cookie. They're a bit crispy around the edge and chewy in the center, and filled with all the colorful sprinkles.

If you love sprinkles as much as I do you should also try my funfetti cake or my easy baked funfetti donuts.

close up of sprinkle sugar cookies on cookie sheet.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THESE COOKIES

CRISPY EDGES & CHEWY CENTER- To me, the perfect cookie always has a little bit of crispy and a little bit of chewy.

PERFECT FOR CELEBRATIONS- With the addition of sprinkles these cookies are perfect to make to celebrate a birthday or a first day of school.

NO CHILLING REQUIRED- You can bake these cookies extra quick because the dough doesn't require any chill time.

INGREDIENT NOTES

  • Butter- Make sure you allow your butter to come to room temperature. This means being able to push into it and leave a slight indention, not being able to push right through it.
  • Egg- Your egg should also be room temp. If you need to do this quick you can stick it in a cup with room temp water and it will take the chill off.
  • Extracts- I like using both vanilla and almond extract in these cookies, feel free to omit the almond if you don't have to don't like it.
  • Flour- If possible use a scale to weight, if not, spoon flour into measuring cup so it isn't too compact.
  • Sprinkles- Jimmie sprinkles (like pictured) are the best for baking because they do not bleed color.
cookie dough in the bowl next to a cookie sheet and scoop.

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

STEP ONE: Preheat oven to 375 F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

STEP TWO: Place the butter and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

STEP THREE: Add egg, vanilla and almond extract and mix on low until smooth, about 30 seconds.

STEP FOUR: Slowly mix in dry ingredients, being careful not to over mix. I usually stop when I still have some flour remnants around the bowl. Fold in sprinkles.

Butter and sugars creamed together.
cookie dough after adding fry ingredients.
cookie dough with sprinkles.

STEP FIVE: Scoop the dough into large balls, I like to use 4 tablespoon cookie scoop for these. Roll in sugar and add more sprinkles to the top if you like.

STEP SIX: Place 6 cookie dough balls on your lined baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 11-13 minutes. You're looking for a light golden brown around the edges, and some crackling along the top. Be careful not to over bake, or you will lose the chewy factor we are going for.

cookie dough ball in sugar.
6 cookie dough balls on baking sheet before baking.
6 fresh sprinkle sugar cookies on a baking sheet right after baking.

EXPERT BAKING TIPS

You can omit the sprinkles on these cookies if you want for a perfect classic sugar cookie.

Don't squeeze more than 6 cookies on a sheet per time. These cookies spread pretty far and will end up running into each other.

I have given both cups and grams as measurements. Grams will be more precise, especially when measuring flour. If you don't have a kitchen scale, no problem! Just lightly spoon flour into your measuring cup to insure its not packed in there. Light and fluffy is the key.

FAQ

Can this recipe be doubled?

Yes! I always love doubling a recipe and freezing extra cookie dough balls for a future use.

Can I bake the cookies smaller?

Yes, these cookies were great any size. Just make sure you adjust the baking time as well.

How can I tell if they're done baking?

You can tell that these cookies are done baking when then edge of the cookies is a very light brown and the tops have started to crackle. They will continue to bake on the cookie sheet after you take them out of the oven, so make sure you don't over bake.

cookies stacked on the cookie sheet

STORING AND FREEZING

Sprinkle sugar cookies will remain fresh if stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. You can also prep the cookie dough in advance and store it in the fridge for about a week.

FREEZING

You can freeze your cookies in an airtight container for 2-3 months with them remaining fresh. You can also freeze the cookie dough balls if you would like to bake them one at a time.

one broken cookie on a cookie sheet with sprinkles.

OTHER COOKIES TO TRY

Lemon Coconut White Chocolate Cookies

Salted Brown Sugar Cookies

Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies

For more yummy treats follow me on instagram @thesaltedsweets. And be sure to tag me and comment below if you make them and love them as much as I do. 

Make sure to leave a star review below!

sprinkle sugar cookies with bowl of sprinkles on the side.

Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

brooke
These sprinkle sugar cookies are the perfect combination of crispy, chewy and fun. A classic sugar cookie with sprinkles added for a colorful twist!
5 from 34 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Total Time 27 mins
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 14
Calories 333 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup salted butter room temp
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temp
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup rainbow jimmie sprinkles
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling cookies in

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Place the butter and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add egg, vanilla and almond extract and mix on low until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  • Slowly mix in dry ingredients, being careful not to over mix. I usually stop when I still have some flour remnants around the bowl. Fold in sprinkles.
  • Scoop the dough into large balls, I like to use 4 tablespoon cookie scoop for these. Roll in sugar and add more sprinkles to the top if you like.
  • Place 6 cookie dough balls on your lined baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 10-13 minutes. You're looking for a light golden brown around the edges, and some crackling along the top. Be careful not to over bake, or you will lose the chewy factor we are going for.

Notes

Jimmie sprinkles are the best for baking because the colors won't bleed.
I have given both cups and grams as measurements. Grams will be more precise, especially when measuring flour. If you don't have a kitchen scale, no problem! Just lightly spoon flour into your measuring cup to insure its not packed in there. Light and fluffy is the key.

Nutrition

Calories: 333kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 287mgPotassium: 37mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 424IUCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Funfetti cookies, Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
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Comments

  1. Lindsay

    August 17, 2022 at 9:01 pm

    These were so good! The perfect mix of chewy and crispy. I’ll never make a plain sugar cookie again!

    Reply
  2. Katie Organ

    August 17, 2022 at 9:27 pm

    Made them and we ate them all in one day! Definitely need to double this next time!

    Reply
    • brooke

      August 17, 2022 at 9:31 pm

      Thanks so much Katie! I'm so glad you loved them!

      Reply
    • May

      August 17, 2022 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      These are a new favorite!

      Reply
      • Kat

        December 21, 2022 at 9:48 pm

        5 stars
        These came out amazing! I made mine a little smaller and needed 14-15 minutes to bake with my oven. Great recipe!

        Reply
  3. Erin

    August 18, 2022 at 10:43 pm

    5 stars
    So fun to make! Excited to share them this weekend so practicing the freezing method.

    Reply
  4. Britney McCarty

    August 19, 2022 at 4:55 pm

    This is the perfect sugar cookie!!

    Reply
    • brooke

      August 20, 2022 at 8:37 am

      Thank you so much!!

      Reply
      • Elizabeth

        December 18, 2022 at 6:48 am

        5 stars
        These are so delicious! I brought them to a family lunch and they were gone so fast that I had to run home and get the other pan!

        Reply
  5. Sandy

    August 21, 2022 at 6:18 pm

    5 stars
    These cookies were a huge hit and they look like a celebration too! Nice alternative to the frosted sugar cookie!

    Reply
  6. Meiken

    August 28, 2022 at 10:38 pm

    5 stars
    I made these tonight and they were gone in under 5 mins. My family couldn’t even handle how good they were! The texture and flavor were A++++! And so freaking cute to top it off!

    Reply
  7. YDana

    September 11, 2022 at 10:35 am

    5 stars
    Made them with orange sprinkles for the UT football game, and they disappeared! Great texture and almond flavor - and I'm pretty picky about sugar cookies. Thank you for a great recipe Brooke!

    Reply
    • brooke

      September 11, 2022 at 12:21 pm

      Yay! I love that idea and will do the same thing...Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
  8. Julia

    September 14, 2022 at 4:08 pm

    5 stars
    These are so good!! I do think I will skip the almond extract in the future, just personal preference. Otherwise they are a solid 10/10! Most definitely will make again. And sprinkles really do make everything better.

    Reply
    • brooke

      September 15, 2022 at 12:11 pm

      Thank you so much!!! Glad they were a hit. Yay for sprinkles!

      Reply
  9. Katie Organ

    September 23, 2022 at 11:50 pm

    5 stars
    Pretty sure I’ve made these 8 times already haha, we love cookies and these are so perfect! Crispy edge, chewy middle, and perfectly sweet!

    Reply
  10. Allison

    October 09, 2022 at 8:08 am

    SO good - that little addition of the almond is just perfection. The new go-to for play dates.

    Reply
  11. Kristen

    November 18, 2022 at 12:13 pm

    5 stars
    This is my absolute favorite cookie recipe to make for a group. They’re always the first item gone and they are so good that it’s hard to stop eating them. I’ve made them at least 5 times at this point. So easy, so delicious.

    Reply
    • brooke

      November 19, 2022 at 9:15 am

      Thank you so much Kristen! They're one of my most favorite too!

      Reply
  12. Betsy

    November 29, 2022 at 8:44 pm

    5 stars
    So easy and rave reviews from everyone!

    Reply
  13. Abigail Smith

    December 04, 2022 at 10:12 pm

    5 stars
    These are great! I like small sugar cookies so I made them significantly smaller (3rd the size so they were 25 grams each) and they were so great!

    Reply
    • brooke

      December 05, 2022 at 7:38 am

      That sounds great to me! I love anything smaller and bite size. Thank you for trying them!

      Reply
  14. KATE KALLENBACH

    December 06, 2022 at 1:15 pm

    Do you think gluten free flour will work?

    Reply
    • brooke

      December 06, 2022 at 2:52 pm

      I haven't tried with this particular recipe, but I know a lot of people sub GF flour with my cookie recipes and are happy with the results.

      Reply
  15. Mua Palaita

    December 13, 2022 at 5:03 am

    Would it still be good if I don’t have a mixer and I just mix with a whisk ?

    Reply
    • brooke

      December 13, 2022 at 12:29 pm

      Yes, I would probably mix with a wooden spoon or spatula if you have that.

      Reply
  16. LC

    December 24, 2022 at 12:09 am

    5 stars
    These are delicious! I used two sticks of earth balance butter and egg replacer to make them vegan. Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • brooke

      December 24, 2022 at 10:12 am

      Thank you so much for coming back to tell me and letting others know of the replacements!

      Reply
  17. Dayna Mattsson

    December 28, 2022 at 6:09 pm

    Made these for church and they were a hit! Didn’t have to take any home. Did it with the Christmas sprinkles and they were so festive.

    Reply
  18. Angeline McCauley

    December 29, 2022 at 4:18 pm

    5 stars
    These were phenomenal will forever be my go to sugar cookie recipe

    Reply
    • brooke

      December 30, 2022 at 8:40 pm

      Thank you so much! I am so happy you loved them!

      Reply

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