Funfetti cookies are a fun and colorful twist on the classic sugar cookie. These cookies are perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or any time you want to add a bit of fun to your dessert table. With their bright sprinkles and soft, chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. Here’s how to make funfetti cookies.
Making Funfetti Cookie Recipe
making funfetti cookies is a fun and easy way to add some color and excitement to your dessert table. These cookies are perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or any time you want to add a bit of fun to your day. Just be sure to follow the recipe closely and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. These cookies are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them, so be sure to share them with your friends and family!
Ingredients
It's a simple recipe for these cookies. All you need is:
- 2 ½ cup funfetti cake mix recipe
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add in the vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the cake mix and other dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the rainbow sprinkles, using a spatula.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop the dough onto the lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips for Making Funfetti Cookies:
- Use rainbow sprinkles for the best effect. You can find them at most grocery stores in the baking aisle.
- Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together for a few minutes until light and fluffy. This will help give the cookies a nice texture.
- Don’t overmix the cookie dough once you add in the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to ensure that each cookie is roughly the same size. This will help them bake evenly.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will prevent them from breaking or falling apart.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you’re making them in advance, you can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.
More Funfetti Recipes!
Here are a few of our favorite from scratch funfetti mix recipes:
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cup funfetti cake mix recipe
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a mixing bowl cream the butter until fluffy. Add in the eggs, almond and vanilla extract. Slowly add in the funfetti cake mix and baking powder, stirring until combined. Scrape the bowl if necessary.
- Drop dough by tablespoons onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool on cookie sheet for approximately five minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
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