Imagine biting into a cookie that tastes exactly like your favorite birthday cake, bursting with colorful sprinkles and pure childhood nostalgia! These Holiday Confetti Cake Batter Cookies are about to become your new obsession, transforming an ordinary baking session into a celebration of flavor and fun. Perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or those moments when you need a sweet pick-me-up, these cookies are so irresistible that they'll have everyone asking for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups cake mix
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cake mix, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles on top of warm cookies for extra festive appearance.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this ensures the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough; mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Use fresh, vibrant rainbow sprinkles for the most colorful and festive look.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to ensure consistent sizing.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup.
- For extra richness, try using clear vanilla extract to maintain the bright white cake batter appearance.
- Store cookies between layers of parchment paper to prevent sticking and maintain their sprinkle-covered glory.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg
