Birthday Confetti Sugar Cookies
These Birthday Confetti Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with colorful sprinkles—perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any moment that needs a little extra sweetness and fun!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Spatula
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.25 tsp salt
Mix-ins
- 0.75 cup rainbow sprinkles plus more for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined (1–2 minutes).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture (2–3 minutes).
- Fold in the rainbow sprinkles gently using a spatula (1 minute).
- Scoop dough into 1.5 tbsp-sized balls, roll in extra sprinkles, and place on a lined baking sheet (3 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are set and the centers are soft.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies freeze well and are a favorite for party favors or fun gifting. You can also try themed sprinkle blends to match holidays or special events.