Valentine Sprinkle Cookies
Delicious and colorful cookies perfect for Valentine's Day and any festive occasion, offering a soft, chewy texture with a delightful buttery flavor.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 ½ cups white sugar Granulated sugar.
- 1 large egg Can be substituted with a flaxseed meal for a vegan version.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract Can be substituted with other extracts if preferred.
Toppings
- ¾ cup colorful sprinkles Choose your favorite colorful sprinkles.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all the necessary ingredients and equipment.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well mixed.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Add Colorful Sprinkles
- Gently fold in the colorful sprinkles until evenly distributed.
Bake Cookies
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving enough space in between.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are soft. Cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, cookies can be frozen for up to three months.