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Soft Rainbow Sprinkle Sugar Cookies with Vanilla Frosting

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These soft rainbow sprinkle sugar cookies with creamy vanilla frosting are a colorful, tender treat perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they bring nostalgic joy and a delightful burst of sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (90g) rainbow sprinkles (jimmies-style)
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) whole milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla bean paste or extract
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides if needed. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed. Mix just until incorporated.
  6. Gently fold the rainbow sprinkles into the dough with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Scoop dough using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop onto the baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten each dough ball with your fingertips for extra softness.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges just start to turn golden but centers remain soft. Rotate pans halfway through baking.
  9. Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  10. To make the vanilla frosting, beat softened butter on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, alternating with milk, beating well after each addition.
  11. Add vanilla bean paste and a pinch of salt to the frosting. Adjust milk or sugar to reach desired spreading consistency.
  12. Use a small offset spatula or butter knife to spread frosting on each cooled cookie. Optionally, sprinkle a few more rainbow sprinkles on top before frosting sets.

Notes

Use sturdy jimmies-style sprinkles to prevent color bleeding. Chill dough for 15 minutes if kitchen is warm to help cookies hold shape. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft. Use vanilla bean paste in frosting for richer flavor and pretty flecks. Store frosted cookies in airtight container with parchment paper between layers for up to 4 days. Freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 3 months.

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