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Mouthwatering Sugar Cookies With Sprinkles

Soft, buttery, classic sugar cookies topped with creamy vanilla frosting and festive rainbow sprinkles. The ultimate nostalgic treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2.75 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
Frosting & Topping
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup rainbow sprinkles

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3 minutes).
  4. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients. Add milk as needed to form a soft dough.
  6. Roll dough into balls and place on baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
  7. Bake 8-10 minutes until just set. Cool completely.
  8. Whip frosting ingredients together until smooth. Frost cookies and top with sprinkles.

Notes

Store in an airtight container. Add a slice of bread to the container to keep cookies soft for longer.