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Published by: Priscilla Michele

Ultimate Funfetti Sugar Cookies

Soft and chewy Funfetti Sugar Cookies filled with colorful rainbow sprinkles and creamy white chocolate. A fun and festive cookie recipe that's perfect for birthdays, holidays, and everyday baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softend
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups AP flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles
  • 1/4 cup white chocolate, chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
  5. Fold in rainbow sprinkles and chopped white chocolate.
  6. Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon portions and place on baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  11. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  12. Transfer to wire rack and cool completely.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading.
  • Overnight chilling develops even better flavor.
  • Do not overbake for the softest texture.
  • Add extra sprinkles and white chocolate on top before baking for a bakery-style appearance.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.