Funfetti Cookie Recipe
This Funfetti Cookie Recipe is pure joy in cookie form: soft, buttery, and bursting with colorful sprinkles in every bite. It’s a treat that brings instant smiles—whether you’re baking for a birthday, a festive gathering, or just a random Tuesday in need of some cheer. Thanks to a simple ingredient list and straightforward steps, these cookies are easy to whip up but look and taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. Trust me, one batch never lasts long!
Ingredients You’ll Need
The beauty of this Funfetti Cookie Recipe is how a handful of straightforward ingredients magically transforms into a cookie party! Each element is essential for creating the classic Funfetti flavor, that signature chew, and an eye-catching pop of color.
- All-purpose flour: The foundation of the cookies, flour balances structure with tenderness for the perfect chewy cookie.
- Baking soda: Ensures just the right amount of lift so your cookies are soft but not cakey.
- Fine salt: A pinch enhances every sweet note and keeps the cookies from tasting flat.
- Unsalted butter: Room temperature butter creams beautifully with the sugars for that rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Granulated sugar: Contributes to the cookie’s crisp edges and lovely sweetness.
- Powdered sugar: Adds a delicate, almost meltaway softness you don’t want to skip.
- Large egg: Binds everything together and gives a touch of richness—use room temperature for best results!
- Pure vanilla extract: Rounds out the dough with classic cookie flavor.
- Sprinkles: The star of the show—use your favorites for maximum fun and color.
How to Make Funfetti Cookie Recipe
Step 1: Prep Your Oven and Pans
Preheat your oven to a perfectly toasty 350°F (180°C), and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. This not only keeps your cookies from sticking, but makes cleanup a breeze.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine salt. Sifting helps keep the dough airy and prevents clumps, ensuring each cookie bakes up nice and even.
Step 3: Cream the Butters and Sugars
Add your softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar to the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium-low speed for about 4 minutes—a little patience here means extra-tender cookies later!
Step 4: Add Egg and Vanilla
Mix in the large egg and vanilla extract just until everything’s combined. Don’t overmix at this stage—you want the cookies to stay tender, not tough.
Step 5: Finish and Fold in the Fun
Add your dry ingredients to the wet and mix just until you have a cohesive dough. This is the perfect moment to pour in those sprinkles! Fold them in gently for an even, colorful distribution. Overmixing can muddy the colors, so stop as soon as they’re incorporated.
Step 6: Scoop and Portion
Scoop your dough into balls, about 1.5 tablespoons each—a small ice cream scoop is perfect for this and keeps your batches the same size for even baking. Place them on your baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart for room to spread.
Step 7: Bake to Just-Soft Perfection
Pop your trays into the oven and bake for 11-12 minutes, just until the edges turn golden and the centers look slightly underdone—resist the urge to overbake. They’ll finish setting up as they cool, leaving you with cookies that are soft on the inside with a barely crisp edge.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Try to let them cool all the way—if you can resist snatching one while still warm!
How to Serve Funfetti Cookie Recipe
Garnishes
If you want to take the presentation up a notch, lightly press a few extra sprinkles onto the tops of the dough balls before baking. You can even dip half a cooled cookie in melted white chocolate and more sprinkles for an extra-festive touch.
Side Dishes
The Funfetti Cookie Recipe shines alongside a cold glass of milk, a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, or paired with fresh berries for a simple but delightful dessert platter. For an adult twist, try serving them with coffee or even a sweet dessert wine.
Creative Ways to Present
Package these colorful cookies in clear cellophane bags tied with ribbon for party favors, stack them high on a cake stand, or arrange them alongside a variety of cookies for a cheerful bake sale box. Kids especially love seeing their creations displayed like edible confetti!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Keep any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay soft and fresh for about 4-5 days—if they last that long! Place a slice of bread in the container to help maintain moisture.
Freezing
This Funfetti Cookie Recipe is totally freezer-friendly. Freeze the portioned dough balls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a zip-top bag and freeze up to three months. You can also freeze baked cookies—layered between parchment—if you want to have a sweet treat on hand at a moment’s notice.
Reheating
To revive that warm-from-the-oven magic, pop a thawed cookie in the microwave for 10 seconds. If baking dough from frozen, simply add a minute or two to the usual bake time—no thawing needed.
FAQs
Can I use different types of sprinkles?
Absolutely! Jimmies (the long, rod-shaped sprinkles) work best because they hold their color when baked. Nonpareils can sometimes bleed color into the dough, but if you love the look, go for it! Just avoid sanding sugar, which can melt away.
Can I double the Funfetti Cookie Recipe for a crowd?
Yes, this recipe doubles beautifully. Use a stand mixer if possible—the dough gets hefty! You may want to bake in batches unless you have plenty of oven space.
What do I do if my dough is too sticky?
If your dough feels overly sticky, chill it for 20-30 minutes before scooping. This makes it easier to handle and helps prevent spreading in the oven.
Can I substitute margarine or oil for the butter?
For that classic, rich flavor and soft crumb, unsalted butter is best. Margarine may work in a pinch, but oil really changes the texture and flavor, so it’s not recommended for the best Funfetti Cookie Recipe results.
How do I keep my cookies soft for days?
Seal them tightly in an airtight container once completely cool. A piece of bread inside the container helps keep them nice and soft—the cookies soak up extra moisture from the bread!
Final Thoughts
Baking a batch of this Funfetti Cookie Recipe is one of the quickest ways to add a pop of joy to any day. It’s a treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat, and I can’t recommend it enough for your next celebration or spontaneous baking craving. Go ahead—grab your sprinkles and let these cookies bring some happy color to your kitchen!
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Funfetti Cookie Recipe
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Funfetti Cookies are a delightful treat that brings a pop of color and sweetness to any occasion. With a soft and buttery base speckled with colorful sprinkles, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- ⅔ cup (130g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (85g) powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup sprinkles (or up to 2/3 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixer bowl fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar on medium-low speed for 4 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla extract just until combined.
- Add Flour Mixture: Add flour mixture and beat just until combined. Mix in sprinkles. Do not overmix.
- Shape and Bake: Shape dough into balls, place on the lined sheets, and bake for 11-12 minutes until edges begin to brown. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- You can customize the sprinkles to suit different occasions or themes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Funfetti Cookies, Sprinkle Cookies, Homemade Cookies
