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Funfetti Birthday Cake Sugar Cookies Recipe

These Funfetti Birthday Cake Sugar Cookies are a colorful twist on classic cookies, perfect for any celebration!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup funfetti sprinkles
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Cookie scoop
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Step 5: Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in Funfetti and White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the funfetti sprinkles and white chocolate chips.
  7. Step 7: Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for the best texture.
  • Don't overmix the dough to keep cookies soft.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.