Quick Chewy Funfetti Sugar Cookies Recipe Perfect for Back-to-School Treats
These quick and chewy funfetti sugar cookies are perfect for busy back-to-school mornings, offering a sweet, colorful treat that comes together in under 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (55g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (90g) rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened), 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup light brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. If mixing by hand, whisk vigorously.
- Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until fully combined and glossy, about 1 minute.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula just until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles into the dough, reserving some to sprinkle on top of each cookie before baking.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look soft.
- Let cookies rest on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
If dough is too sticky, chill for 10 minutes before shaping. Remove cookies from oven when edges are set but centers still look soft for chewy texture. Use sturdy, non-melting sprinkles like jimmies or sanding sugar to keep colors bright. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum. For vegan, use vegan butter and flax egg.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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