Funfetti Cookies – Experience a burst of colors and delectable flavors, with our Funfetti Cookies. These charming treats, adorned with sprinkles are a celebration of everything that’s sweet and joyful. In less than half an hour you can effortlessly whip up a batch of these cookies that will bring delight to dessert enthusiasts of all ages.
I still vividly recall the first time I made these Funfetti Cookies. The kitchen was filled with an irresistible aroma. As the cookies baked to a golden perfection, my excitement was hard to contain. As I placed them on the cooling rack the playful winks from their sprinkles seemed to captivate me. Even my reserved husband and child couldn’t resist sneaking a cookie straight from the tray. Their eyes sparkled with delight confirming that I had indeed stumbled upon dessert gold.
What makes these Funfetti Cookies truly special?
What sets these Funfetti Cookies apart is not their mesmerizing appearance but the harmonious blend of textures and flavors they offer. With a buttery exterior embracing a center, each bite takes you on an exquisite journey, through taste and texture. The delicate crunch of the sprinkles combined with the velvety dough creates a contrast that simply cannot be resisted.
What You Need To Make This Funfetti Cookies Recipe?
Unsalted butter: To achieve the perfect texture for your cookies it’s best to use unsalted butter at room temperature. This allows you to control the amount of salt in your recipe resulting in a balanced flavor.
Flour, baking soda, and fine salt: It’s important not to overlook the step of sifting the ingredients like flour baking soda, and fine salt. Sifting not helps remove any lumps but also ensures a distribution of leavening agents and salt throughout the dough.
Vanilla extract: The key ingredient in any dessert is vanilla extract so it’s crucial to opt for a high-quality one. Choose pure vanilla extract over substitutes for a delightful flavor.
Sugar: A combination of granulated and powdered sugar adds both sweetness and texture to your cookies. Granulated sugar contributes to the cookies structure while powdered sugar lends a tender crumb and a slight melt-in-your-mouth quality.
Egg: A large egg serves as a binding agent that creates a dough by holding all the elements. Make sure the egg is at room temperature for optimal incorporation.
Sprinkles: Sprinkles take the stage by adding bursts of color and playful crunchiness to each bite. Feel free to customize the amount of sprinkles according to your liking. Adding sprinkles will enhance both the appeal and the texture of your dish.
Steps To Make Funfetti Cookies:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F/180°C. Line two baking sheets, with parchment paper for easy cleanup. I can feel the excitement building!
Step 2: In a bowl sift together the all-purpose flour baking soda and fine salt. Set this bowl aside.
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Step 3: Using your mixer bowl with the paddle attachment let’s create some cookie magic. Beat the butter granulated sugar and powdered sugar on low speed for a delightful 4 minutes. Feel the ingredients blend harmoniously.
Step 4: Now it’s time to add the egg and pure vanilla extract to the mixture and blend until they form a symphony of flavors that would make any dessert lover swoon.
Step 5: Introduce the sifted ingredients to the bowl. Let the mixer work its charm. Remember not to overmix. Less is more! Add those rainbow sprinkles infusing each bite with happiness.
Step 6: Shape the dough into balls of 1.5 tablespoons in size placing them with anticipation, on your prepared baking sheets. Give these balls of joy some space. Keep them 2 inches apart.
Step 7: As you gently slide these trays of wonder into the oven let them bake for 11 to 12 minutes. The edges should flirt with golden brown while keeping their center soft and tender.
Step 8: Once the cookies fill your kitchen with their scent it’s important to be patient. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes and then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to let them cool down completely. They truly deserve this time to show off their deliciousness.
Tip:
To make your cookies look absolutely amazing just sprinkle a few bits on top of the dough balls before baking. These extra step not only add charm but also keeps the sprinkles vibrant and intact even after they are baked. And the result? A lovely treat that is just as amusing to admire as it is to enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use salted butter if that’s what I have on hand?
While unsalted butter gives you control, over the flavor of the cookie it’s perfectly fine to use salted butter if that’s all you have. Just adjust the amount of added salt accordingly.
Can I freeze the dough instead of baking all the cookies at once?
Definitely! Shape the dough into balls freeze them on a tray until they’re firm and then transfer them to a freezer bag. Whenever you want cookies simply bake them from the freezer adding an extra minute or so to the baking time.
Can I use different types of sprinkles for variety?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with sprinkle shapes and colors to create batches of joy-filled cookies according to your preferences.
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Funfetti Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/8 cups 300g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 1 cup 227g unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2/3 cup 130g granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup 85g powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sprinkles or up to 2/3 cup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F/180°C. Prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper and set them aside.
- In a bowl combine the flour baking soda and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- Using a mixing bowl beat the butter, granulated sugar and powdered sugar together for 4 minutes until it becomes creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and blend until everything is well combined.
- Gradually add the sifted ingredients into the mixture while mixing until all the ingredients come together.
- Carefully fold in the sprinkles to ensure that they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the dough into balls that are 1.5 tablespoons in size. Place these balls onto the baking sheets leaving 2 inches of space between each one.
- Bake for around 11 to 12 minutes until you notice that the edges have turned a light golden color while keeping a soft center.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled indulge in these Funfetti Cookies with a smile, on your face!
- Enjoy these cookies!
Notes
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