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    Home » Cookies » Sugar Cookies

    Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies

    5 from 3 votes
    4 Comments

    May 31, 2018

    (updated Mar 21, 2022)

    by Kimberlee Ho

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    What kid doesn't love sprinkles, especially when they're inside of a deliciously chewy, fluffy, vanilla-y cookie? These Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies are your kid's next favorite recipe.

    I like to bake. And cook. Obviously. But I also love to take cooking and baking classes. I do so whenever I can.

    And, my husband, being the amazing gift-giver that he is, (no joke, I'm not just saying that, he really is very clever and thoughtful) gets gifts of cooking/baking classes often for me. Most recently I got to take a baking class at the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in lower Manhattan.

    The class was called the Cookie Jar. Perfect for me! It was amazing - we baked about 10 different types of cookies over the course of 3 hours and then we got to feast on said cookies. It was well worth the trek into the city!

    Plus, I walked away with some new knowledge and recipes which I love. One of those recipes was this one, which I've modified to be even better and more vanilla-y and fluffy than the ones we baked in class.

    Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies shot from overhead with sprinkles in bowl top left

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    Making The Best Sprinkle Cookies

    Part of what I modified was adding in delicious vanilla - I am a huge fan, to say the least.

    I buy the biggest vat of vanilla I can find (and afford) from Amazon and it typically lasts me anywhere from 3-6 months, depending on the season. I have also made my own and will put that recipe up on the blog soon.

    The only problem with making your own is that you can't use it right away (sad face...); you have to wait several months before the alcohol absorbs all the delicious notes of the vanilla beans... Luckily, I have my huge bottle of vanilla on hand to make these cookies.

    Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies on plate with pink cloth underneath and milk off to the side, shot from overhead

    Tips for Making This Recipe

    One additional very important modification that I made to the ICE recipe was the baking temp and method.

    I feel very fortunate to have moved into a house exactly 6 years ago today (happy house-iversary to us!) that came with a gorgeous, brand-new, barely used kitchen. Amazing!

    And, one of the key reasons I fell in love with this house when we were house hunting. The oven, while not nearly big enough, is high-end and has a convection setting that I've learned to use and use often.

    I had never had this on an oven before and I must say, it's pretty awesome.

    I've started baking my cookies with convection and the result has been really great - even baking and browning, quicker baking times, and just the right crispiness on the outside and chewiness on the inside.

    I found for this recipe, the convection setting worked like a dream! Now, if you don't have convection, fear not - you can totally still bake amazingly delicious and fluffy cookies. But, if you have convection, I say use it and use it often.

    Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies on a white plate on top of a pink gauzy cloth with milk in background | kickassbaker.com

    Just look at how nicely these baked up! Tall, fluffy, golden brown, crackling sugar-coated top... Yum!

    Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies in loaf pan shot overhead

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    Fluffy Sprinkle Cookies

    Fluffy, vanilla-forward, very kid-friendly sprinkle cookies are perfect for birthday parties, bake sales or random Tuesdays. Baking these in a convection oven produces the perfect bake, so use it if you've got it!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 14 minutes
    Total Time: 29 minutes
    Course: All Recipes, Dessert, Snacks
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 44 servings
    Calories: 187kcal
    Author: Kimberlee Ho
    US Customary - Metric

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
    • 1 ⅓ cups granulated sugar plus more for rolling
    • 2 large eggs room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ⅔ cup rainbow sprinkles
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350ºF (177ºC) (if you have a convection oven, turn it on). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
    • In a stand mixer, with the paddle attachment beat the butter and sugar together on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.  
    • Add eggs one at a time then the vanilla and beat until smooth.
    • With the mixer on low, stir in the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt until all dry ingredients have been mixed in.
    • Add the sprinkles and mix until just evenly combined.
    • Roll cookie dough into heaping tablespoon sized balls and roll in granulated sugar.
    • Arrange on prepared , leaving about 2 inches between each ball.
    • Bake until very light golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes.
    • Let cookies cool for 5 minutes on baking sheets then transfer to wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 22.4g | Protein: 1.8g | Fat: 10.4g | Saturated Fat: 5.4g | Cholesterol: 39.1mg | Sodium: 171mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 12.1g
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      Comments

    1. Taruna Madan

      February 03, 2020 at 12:21 pm

      Hi Kim,
      Baked these today with one deviation of replacing APF with 40-60 ratio of oats flour and all purpose flour. They turned out to be a party winner...Awesome cookies. Thanks much and best wishes!
      Taruna.

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      • Kim

        February 03, 2020 at 5:20 pm

        Wonderful! So glad they came out well and you enjoyed them!!

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    2. Jenny

      December 08, 2022 at 2:16 am

      5 stars
      My kids would love this!

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      • Kimberlee Ho

        December 08, 2022 at 8:24 am

        They are definitely a kiddie favorite!

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