Soft Funfetti Cookies

These Funfetti Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and packed with colorful rainbow sprinkles in every bite. Also known as sprinkle cookies, they have that classic sugar cookie flavor with a festive twist. Best of all, they’re ready in about 30 minutes, making them perfect for birthdays, holidays, bake sales, or just because you’re craving something sweet and cheerful.

Ingredients

• 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup rainbow jimmie sprinkles
• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 ½ cups (297g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅛ teaspoon almond extract

For Rolling

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, and sprinkles. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer for 1 minute, until light and fluffy.
4. Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Beat for 30 seconds until combined.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients on low speed or fold in by hand with a spatula.
6. Place ¼ cup sugar in a small bowl for rolling.
7. Use a cookie scoop to form dough balls. Roll each ball in sugar.
8. Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
9. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly soft.
10. Cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before serving.

Serving & Storage Tips

• Serve warm or at room temperature with milk, coffee, or hot cocoa
• Perfect for parties, birthdays, and holidays
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days
• Refrigerate dough for up to 48 hours before baking
• Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months

Variations

1. Birthday Cake Cookies – Add 1 tsp cake batter extract for a true birthday flavor.
2. Chocolate Chip Funfetti – Fold in 1 cup mini chocolate chips.
3. Funfetti Sandwich Cookies – Fill with vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting.
4. Holiday Funfetti Cookies – Use themed sprinkles for Christmas, Easter, or Halloween.
5. Lemon Funfetti Cookies – Add 1 tbsp lemon zest and replace almond extract with lemon extract.
6. Glazed Funfetti Cookies – Drizzle with vanilla or almond glaze after cooling.
7. Funfetti Crinkle Cookies – Roll in powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar.
8. Soft Frosted Funfetti Cookies – Top with sugar cookie frosting and extra sprinkles.
9. Funfetti Cookie Bars – Press dough into a 9×13 pan and bake 18–22 minutes.
10. Chewy Funfetti Cookies – Slightly underbake and let them finish setting on the pan.
11. Funfetti Thumbprint Cookies – Add a white chocolate or jam center.
12. Vanilla Bean Funfetti – Use vanilla bean paste instead of vanilla extract.
13. Funfetti Sugar Cookie Cups – Bake in a muffin tin and fill with frosting or pudding.
14. Confetti Oreo Cookies – Chop Golden Oreos and fold into the dough.
15. Gluten-Free Funfetti Cookies – Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

FAQs

1. Can I use nonpareil sprinkles?
   Jimmies are best—nonpareils tend to bleed color into the dough.
2. Do I need to chill the dough?
   No chilling required, but chilling for 30 minutes helps prevent spreading.
3. Can I freeze the dough?
   Yes! Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months.
4. Why add cornstarch?
   It keeps the cookies soft and tender.
5. Can I skip the almond extract?
   Yes—just replace it with more vanilla.
6. How do I know when they’re done?
   Edges should be set, centers soft and pale.
7. Can I double the recipe?
   Absolutely—this recipe doubles well.
8. Why roll in sugar?
   It adds sparkle, sweetness, and crisp edges.
9. Can I make these dairy-free?
   Use dairy-free butter sticks.
10. Do these cookies stay soft?
    Yes! Store properly and they stay soft for days.

These Funfetti Sugar Cookies are soft, sweet, and bursting with color—everything a classic sugar cookie should be, with extra fun baked right in. They’re easy enough for beginners, loved by kids, and perfect for any celebration or everyday treat.

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