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Chewy Rainbow Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

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These chewy rainbow sprinkle sugar cookies are a joyful treat perfect for celebrations like the first day of school. They combine a tender, chewy texture with colorful sprinkles for a fun and delicious cookie everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (110g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (about 100g) rainbow sprinkles (jimmies, not nonpareils)

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, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Scoop heaping tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Press each dough ball lightly with fingers or the bottom of a glass for ultra-chewy edges.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set but centers are still slightly soft.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened butter (not melted) for best texture. Avoid overmixing sprinkles to prevent color bleed. Chill dough for 30 minutes if possible to control spread. Use light-colored baking sheets to prevent over-browning. Check cookies at 9 minutes to avoid overbaking and maintain chewiness.

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Keywords: chewy sugar cookies, rainbow sprinkle cookies, back to school treats, easy sugar cookies, colorful cookies, kid-friendly cookies

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