Funfetti Cookie Recipe
These homemade funfetti cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with colorful rainbow sprinkles. With a rich buttery vanilla base and perfectly crisp edges, they're easier to make than you think and taste way better than any cookie mix. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or whenever you need a cheerful sweet treat!
Print Pin Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 175kcal
Cost: $9
Equipment
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Large mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cookie sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
- Cookie scoop (about 2 tablespoons)
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup rainbow jimmies sprinkles
- Optional: ¼ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in sprinkles gently.
- Scoop 2-tablespoon portions onto prepared sheets, 2 inches apart.
- Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on sheets 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
- Use jimmies sprinkles, not nonpareils
- Don't overbake - centers should look slightly underdone
- For best results, use room temperature ingredients
- Chill dough 30 minutes if too soft
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4.5g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.8mg