Get ready to dazzle at your next party with these whimsical Unicorn Cookies, bursting with colors and flavors that bring a touch of magic to any gathering.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup sweetened rice cereal
- 1 cup fruit-shaped cereal
- 30 cone-shaped corn chips (for the unicorn “horns”)
Directions:
- Start the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and corn syrup until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, about 3 minutes.
- Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Add Extras:
- Fold in the white chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, rolled oats, rice cereal, and fruit cereal, ensuring even distribution without breaking the cereals too much.
- Chill the Dough:
- Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up, which helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Place the chilled dough balls on baking sheets, spacing them about 4 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 6 minutes, then quickly press a corn chip into each cookie to form the unicorn’s “horn” and return to the oven.
- Continue baking for another 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to brown.
- Cooling:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes + 1 hour chilling
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour 30 minutes
Tips for Perfect Unicorn Cookies:
- Chilling the dough is crucial for avoiding overly flat cookies.
- If corn syrup is not available, honey is a fine substitute, though it will slightly alter the flavor.
- Handle the chilled dough as little as possible once it comes out of the refrigerator.
These Unicorn Cookies are not only a visual treat but also a delightful addition to any dessert table, especially at children’s parties or whimsical themed events. Enjoy the smiles they bring to everyone’s faces!