Birthday Cake Cookie Recipe
This Birthday Cake Cookie Recipe is a fun twist on classic sugar cookies—soft, chewy, and bursting with colorful sprinkles and rich vanilla flavor. Topped with creamy frosting, these cookies are perfect for parties, gifts, or anytime you want a treat that tastes like celebration
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup rainbow jimmies sprinkles
- 1 cup vanilla frosting homemade or store-bought
- Extra sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely, then frost with vanilla frosting.
- Top with extra sprinkles and serve!
Notes
Chill dough for 20 minutes for thicker cookies.
Use “jimmies” sprinkles to avoid color bleeding.
Store in an airtight container to maintain softness.