Turn every day into a celebration with these delightful Birthday Cake Cookies, which capture the essence of a festive birthday cake in a chewy, delicious cookie. Packed with rainbow sprinkles and a punch of cake batter flavor, these cookies are perfect for parties, celebrations, or just a sweet treat to brighten your day.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cake batter flavoring extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp table salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup rainbow jimmies
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, plus more for topping
- 1/2 cup rainbow nonpareil sprinkles
- Additional sprinkles of choice as desired
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 375 degrees F.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and both extracts.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing slowly until just incorporated. Increase speed briefly to fully combine without overmixing.
- Add Sprinkles and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the jimmies, nonpareil sprinkles, and chocolate chips.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a 1/4 cup cookie scoop, place dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 15-16 minutes. Cookies should look slightly underdone but will set as they cool.
- Top and Cool: Immediately after baking, press additional chocolate chips onto the tops of cookies for extra visual appeal. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips
- Don’t overbake to maintain a soft, chewy texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing.
- Customize with different types of sprinkles for various celebrations.
FAQ
Q: Can I substitute cake batter extract with something else? A: Cake batter extract provides a unique flavor, but if unavailable, increase the vanilla extract slightly or use almond extract for a different but equally delicious flavor profile.
Q: How should I store these cookies? A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to maintain freshness.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield
- Servings: 18 cookies
Category
- Dessert
Method
- Baking
Cuisine
- American
Diet
- Vegetarian
Conclusion
Birthday Cake Cookies offer a fantastic way to celebrate any occasion or to make an ordinary day feel special. They combine the joy of a birthday cake with the convenience and deliciousness of a cookie, ensuring a festive treat that’s sure to please any crowd. Enjoy baking and sharing these fun, colorful cookies!