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Birthday Cake Cookies from Scratch Recipe

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Delight in these homemade Birthday Cake Cookies, bursting with colorful confetti sprinkles and a tender, buttery crumb. Made from scratch using simple ingredients like butter, sugar, and vanilla, these cookies capture the essence of a classic birthday cake in cookie form. Perfectly soft with a slight crisp at the edges, they’re an ideal treat for celebrations or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Add-ins

  • ¾ cup confetti sprinkles, divided (reserve 2 tablespoons for topping)

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugar: Place the butter and granulated sugar in a bowl and mix using a stand or hand mixer until the mixture is pale yellow and fluffy. Mix for 5-7 minutes to ensure proper creaming.
  2. Add Egg and Extracts: Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the creamed mixture. Mix until fully combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in 2-3 additions, mixing on low speed until just combined after each addition.
  4. Incorporate Sprinkles: Fold in the confetti sprinkles, reserving about 2 tablespoons to top the dough balls later.
  5. Form and Chill Dough Balls: Use a standard cookie scoop to form rounded dough balls (yielding about 16). Place them on a plate, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and gently press down to slightly flatten the tops. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  6. Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Shape and Top Cookies: Arrange the chilled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet. Press the reserved sprinkles onto the tops of the dough balls so they will be visible after baking.
  8. Bake: Bake for 8-9 minutes until the cookies are light in color and appear slightly underdone. Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
  9. Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and allow them to cool completely before serving.
  10. Repeat for Additional Batches: If baking more batches, make sure to chill remaining dough and cool baking sheets completely between uses to maintain cookie quality.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone when removed from the oven to ensure a soft texture.
  • Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and improves texture.
  • Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing, which promotes even baking.
  • Storing baked cookies in an airtight container will keep them fresh for several days.

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