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Dr. Seuss Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies – Easy Fun Recipe for Kids

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These Dr. Seuss Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies are soft, colorful, and irresistibly fun for kids and adults alike. Quick to make and bursting with vanilla flavor and rainbow sprinkles, they’re perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or any day that needs a little extra joy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons (15g) cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon (2g) salt
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (7ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (96g) rainbow sprinkles (for dough)
  • 1/3 cup (72g) rainbow sprinkles (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat softened butter with granulated sugar on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and milk to the butter mixture. Mix on low until just combined.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix on low or with a spatula just until you don’t see any more flour.
  6. Gently fold in 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles. The dough will be thick but scoopable.
  7. Use a 1.5-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll each ball lightly between your hands, then dip or roll the tops in the extra 1/3 cup sprinkles.
  8. Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, just until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underdone.
  10. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 3–4 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  11. Serve warm for gooey centers, or let cool completely for a soft-batch texture.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 20–30 minutes before baking. Use jimmies or confetti sprinkles for best results—avoid nonpareils as they bleed color. Don’t overmix the dough after adding flour. Cookies will continue to bake from residual heat after removing from the oven. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage. For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and plant-based butter/milk.

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