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These Soft Sprinkle Sugar Cookies are the perfect mix of chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a rich, creamy frosting that takes them to the next level. Whether you’re baking for a birthday, a holiday, or just because, these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The colorful sprinkles add a fun, festive touch, making them ideal for celebrations—or simply brightening up an ordinary day.
- Soft and Chewy – These cookies bake up perfectly soft with just the right amount of chew.
- Easy to Make – No rolling or cutting, just mix, bake, frost, and enjoy.
- Customizable for Any Occasion – Use different sprinkles to match the season or celebration.
- Perfectly Balanced Frosting – The cream cheese frosting is rich, smooth, and not overly sweet.
Tips for the Best Sprinkle Sugar Cookies.
- Whip the Butter & Sugar – Beating for a full 3 minutes creates an airy, tender texture.
- Chill the Dough Briefly – A quick 15-minute chill helps prevent spreading while keeping them soft.
- Use the Right Sprinkles – Jimmies (rod-shaped sprinkles) hold their shape best and won’t bleed color into the dough.
- Don’t Overbake – The cookies should look slightly underbaked in the center when you pull them out—they’ll set up as they cool.
Customize your cookies - change the sprinkles for any occasion!
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 2: Combine & Chill
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in ½ cup of sprinkles gently.
- Cover and chill the dough for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 3: Bake the Cookies
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them 2 inches apart.
- Gently press extra sprinkles onto the tops of the cookies.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly soft.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 4: Make the Frosting
- Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until creamy and thick.
Step 5: Assemble & Decorate
- Once cookies are fully cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting onto each one.
- Top with extra sprinkles for a fun, bakery-style finish.
Sprinkle Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
Sprinkle Cookies
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp 6 oz unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sprinkles plus extra for topping
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 1¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed for 3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Combine & Chill
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in ½ cup of sprinkles gently.
- Cover and chill the dough for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the Cookies
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them 2 inches apart.
- Gently press extra sprinkles onto the tops of the cookies.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers still look soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Make the Frosting
- Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and creamy.
Assemble
- Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread or pipe frosting onto each one.
- Top with additional sprinkles and enjoy!
How to Store These Cookies
- At Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days (without frosting) or 2 days (with frosting).
- In the Fridge: Frosted cookies last up to 5 days when stored in a sealed container.
- Freezing: Freeze baked (unfrosted) cookies for up to 3 months. Just thaw and frost before serving.
These Soft Sprinkle Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are everything you love about a classic sugar cookie but with a little extra magic. They’re soft, chewy, and topped with the most luscious cream cheese frosting—plus, the sprinkles make them fun and festive for any occasion.
Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because, these cookies are bound to become a favorite in your home.
If you make them, let me know how they turn out. I’d love to hear how you customize them!
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