Funfetti Cookies

Servings: 12 cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup colorful sprinkles (funfetti)

Instructions:

1. Cream the Butter and Sugars:

  • In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

2. Mix in Wet Ingredients:

  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Beat until fully combined, making sure the egg is completely incorporated.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined—be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.

5. Add Sprinkles:

  • Gently fold in the colorful sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

6. Chill the Dough:

  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes. This helps the dough firm up and results in thicker, chewier cookies.

7. Scoop and Bake:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Once the dough has chilled, use a spoon or cookie scoop to scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8. Bake:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown and the centers are set. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.

9. Cool and Enjoy:

  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This ensures they finish setting and don’t break apart while still warm.

Storage:

  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, you can freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.

Nutrition (Per Cookie – Based on 12 servings):

  • Calories: ~160-180 kcal
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbs: 24g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Sugar: 14g

These Funfetti Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you want a little sprinkle of fun! Enjoy the soft, chewy texture with the added sweetness and crunch of the colorful sprinkles.