Is funfetti just vanilla with sprinkles?

While Funfetti often starts with a vanilla base, it's so much more than just sprinkles! The colorful jimmies bring a festive and joyful element that transforms a simple vanilla cookie into a celebration. It's the visual excitement and the happy memories associated with sprinkles that truly make Funfetti special.

What sprinkles are best for Funfetti cookies?

"Jimmies," the long, rod-shaped sprinkles, are the best choice for Funfetti cookies. They hold their shape and vibrant colors during baking. Nonpareils, the tiny, round sprinkles, tend to bleed their color and can make the dough look messy.

What's the difference between confetti and funfetti?

"Confetti" usually refers to the sprinkles themselves. "Funfetti," however, is actually a trademarked name owned by Pillsbury, often associated with their cake mixes. So, while we often use the terms interchangeably, technically, "Funfetti" refers to a specific brand.

What's in funfetti cookies?

Funfetti cookies typically contain basic ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Of course, the key ingredient is the colorful sprinkles! These are what give the cookies their signature festive look. Some recipes also include white chocolate chips for extra sweetness. For a related treat, try our recipe for Cosmic Brownies .

Funfetti Cookies: 10-Minute Delicious Treats

Description

These colorful Funfetti Cookies are bursting with sprinkles and happiness, perfect for any celebration! Easy to bake and impossible to resist.

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
2 Large Eggs
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
2 tablespoons Milk
* 1/2 cup Rainbow Jimmies

Instructions

1. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.

5. Gently fold in the sprinkles.

6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

8. Scoop out rounded tablespoons of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets.

9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add 1/2 cup white chocolate chips for extra sweetness. For gluten-free cookies, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. For dairy-free cookies, use a plant-based butter and non-dairy milk. Cookie bars can be made by pressing the dough into a 9×13 inch pan and baking for 20-25 minutes.

Cook Time: 9-11 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie

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