Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles (for a fun, friendly touch)
- Optional: chocolate chips or chopped nuts for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy and light, using a KitchenAid Stand Mixer.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in rainbow sprinkles for a colorful and friendly appearance.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving or decorating.
Notes
- Store these friendship cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft and fresh for several days.
- For extended storage, freeze the cookies and enjoy later.
- Feel free to customize with chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or edible decorations to add your personal touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
