Best Christmas Sprinkle Cookies
Soft, chewy, and bursting with holiday cheer — these Easy Christmas Sprinkle Cookies are Sophie’s best festive creation yet! Tested over nine batches to guarantee perfection, they deliver buttery flavor, vibrant sprinkles, and that irresistible homemade comfort Sweet Craft Recipes is famous for. Perfect for parties, cookie swaps, or cozy nights by the fire!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 20 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
3/4 cup (170g) salted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup (160g) Christmas sprinkles (plus extra for rolling)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
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3. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed for 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
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5. Scrape down the bowl. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until combined, then mix in vanilla extract.
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7. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
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9. Scoop dough using a 1.5–2 tbsp cookie scoop. Dough will be soft and sticky.
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11. Pour Christmas sprinkles into a shallow bowl. Roll each dough ball in sprinkles until fully coated.
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13. Arrange 8 dough balls per baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
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15. Bake for exactly 10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden but centers still appear soft. Do not overbake.
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17. Cool completely on baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container.
Notes
Butter must be perfectly softened, not melted.
Avoid overmixing once flour is added — this keeps cookies tender.
Bake only 10 minutes for a soft, chewy texture.
If dough feels too sticky, chill for 15–30 minutes before rolling.
Use high-quality, bake-safe sprinkles to prevent bleeding.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or freeze up to 3 months.
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