Super Soft Sprinkle Pudding Cookies
Delightfully soft and chewy cookies bursting with colorful sprinkles, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix Essential for that soft texture. Jell-O brand recommended.
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use good quality butter for the richest flavor.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and crispness.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed For moisture and depth of flavor. Use light brown sugar for a more subtle flavor.
- 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs blend better into the dough.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract is always preferred.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; spooning it into your measuring cup helps avoid overpacking.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 cup sprinkles Use various types (jimmies, confetti) to match your occasion.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract and the vanilla pudding mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles until just distributed throughout the batter.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. Cookie dough can be prepared in advance and frozen into balls for later baking.