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Birthday Cake Cookies

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These birthday cake cookies are soft, tender, and packed with colorful sprinkles, capturing the nostalgic flavor of classic birthday cake in every bite. Quick and easy to make, they’re perfect for celebrations or a fun treat any day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (4g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (2g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (1g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (45g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (10ml)
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (1ml, optional)
  • 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies, 60g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
  5. Add vanilla extract and almond extract (if using). Mix until combined.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two batches, mixing on low until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles with a spatula, being careful not to break them up.
  8. Use a medium cookie scoop (about 1.5 tbsp) to portion dough onto the lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optionally, press a few extra sprinkles on top of each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underdone.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use jimmies sprinkles for best results; nonpareils may bleed color. For chewier cookies, slightly underbake. If cookies spread too much, chill dough for 10 minutes before baking. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft. Easily adapt for gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan diets by substituting ingredients as needed.

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Keywords: birthday cake cookies, funfetti cookies, sprinkle cookies, easy cookies, celebration dessert, party cookies, kid-friendly cookies, soft cookies, vanilla cookies

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