Birthday Cake Cookies

These Birthday Cake Cookies are a joyful treat that combines butter, vanilla, and rainbow sprinkles for a delightful celebration any day.

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 27

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: birthday cake, celebration, Cookies, Dessert, sprinkles, sweet treats

Servings: cookies

Calories: 120kcal

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour This forms the backbone of your cookie, providing the perfect texture!
1 tsp baking powder Helps the cookies rise, giving them that delightful chewiness.
1/2 tsp salt A pinch of salt enhances the sweetness and balances flavors.
1 cup unsalted butter Make sure it’s soft for easy mixing and a rich buttery flavor.
3/4 cup granulated sugar This sweetener adds a lovely crunch to your cookie edges.
3/4 cup brown sugar Brings a subtle molasses flavor and moisture to the mix.
2 large eggs Eggs act as a binding agent, making your cookies tender.
2 tsp vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for a deeper, richer flavor.

1 cup rainbow sprinkles The star of the show, they add color and a joyful crunch!

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
Beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined, then gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Optional: Sprinkle a few extra rainbow sprinkles on top before serving for an added pop of color.

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