Funfetti Cookies
Soft, chewy cookies packed with colourful rainbow sprinkles and delicious buttery vanilla flavour. An easy, fun treat that's perfect for birthdays and celebrations!
Servings: 16 cookies
Ingredients
- 312 g plain/all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornflour/cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 115 g unsalted butter partially melted
- 150 g light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 80 g rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C Fan/350°F/Gas 4. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cornflour, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the partially melted butter and light brown sugar until combined.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth and combined.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
- Roll the dough into balls, approximately 37g each, or use a medium cookie scoop. Place onto the prepared baking tray, leaving enough space between each one for spreading.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are just set and lightly golden. The centres will still be soft but will firm up as the cookies cool.
- Leave to cool on the baking tray for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Rainbow sprinkles: Use rainbow jimmies for the best results, as they hold their shape and colour during baking. Avoid nonpareils, as their colours can bleed into the cookie dough.
Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Make ahead: Cookie dough balls can be refrigerated for up to 2–3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Bake straight from frozen, adding a little extra baking time if needed.
Freezing: Baked cookies freeze well for up to 3 months. Allow to cool completely before placing in a freezer-safe container or bag. Thaw at room temperature before serving.