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Sugar Cookies with sprinkles on the flat surface

Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles

Colorful sugar cookies baked to perfection, adorned with vibrant rainbow sprinkles. These delightful treats offer a classic buttery sweetness with a playful burst of color and crunch, perfect for any occasion or simply as a cheerful, tasty indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 30 cookies

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • 1 hand mixer
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tbsp granulated sugar for coating the dough balls in sugar
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
    2. In a small bowl, cream together butter and 2⁄3 cup of sugar until smooth.
    3. Add flour and mix well.
    4. Roll out dough to 1 inch thick balls.
    5. Gently coat the balls in the 4 tablespoons of sugar until lightly coated.
    6. Flatten the balls with the bottom of a glass cup or measuring cup.
    7. Sprinkle with sprinkles of your choice.
    8. Bake until slightly golden around the edges and on the bottom for about
    10 - 15 minutes.
    9. Allow the cookies to cool down before serving for about 10 minutes.

Notes

      1. Chilled Dough: After preparing the cookie dough, chill it in the refrigerator for at least an hour before rolling and cutting the shapes. Chilled dough holds its shape better during baking and prevents cookies from spreading excessively.
      2. Rolling Thickness: Roll the dough to a consistent thickness. Aim for around 1 inch thick ball, depending on your preference.
      3. Flattening Dough for Consistent Cookie Perfection: Flatten cookie dough evenly by using the bottom of a clean, flat-bottomed glass. This ensures consistent thickness, preventing uneven baking for perfect cookies.
      4. Even Baking: Place the cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading. For even baking, rotate the baking sheets halfway through the baking time if your oven tends to have hot spots.
      5. Adding Sprinkles: Gently press rainbow sprinkles onto the cookies just before baking. This helps them adhere to the dough. You can also sprinkle additional sprinkles on top right after the cookies come out of the oven for extra color and texture.
      6. Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking or becoming misshapen.
      7. Storage: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. If you're stacking the cookies, place parchment or wax paper between layers to prevent sticking.
      8. Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to add a touch of vanilla extract or other flavorings to your dough to enhance the taste of the sugar cookies.
Keyword Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles