Description
Delightful cookies that embody the essence of spring with their vibrant colors and charming designs, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for decoration)
- Sprinkles and edible decorations
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop out balls of dough and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Decorate with a glaze made from powdered sugar and a little water or milk, then top with sprinkles.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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