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Christmas Sprinkle Cookies

Delightfully festive Christmas Sprinkle Cookies that are buttery, soft, and packed with colorful sprinkles, perfect for holiday celebrations and sharing with loved ones.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • ½ cup rainbow sprinkles
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the rainbow sprinkles gently to distribute evenly.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra festive flair, press some additional sprinkles on top of each cookie dough ball before baking to enhance their colorful appearance.