Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies
The ultimate treat for cookie lovers! Sprinkle Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with chocolate goodness. Topped with colorful sprinkles, they are perfect for any occasion. Make them for your next gathering, and watch them disappear!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Wooden Spoon
- Whisk
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups sprinkles, divided
- Extra sea salt for sprinkling on cookies, if desired
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). This step is crucial for ensuring your cookies bake evenly. While the oven heats, line a large baking sheet with a Silpat baking mat or parchment paper and set it aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon sea salt. This mixture should be light and fluffy, setting the stage for the perfect cookie texture.
- In a stand mixer, cream together 1 cup unsalted butter and both 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Mix on medium speed for about 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. The butter should be at room temperature to ensure a smooth blend.
- Add in 2 large eggs and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Continue mixing until everything is fully combined. The batter should be creamy with a rich aroma.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix just until combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies, so just blend until you can’t see any flour streaks.
- Stir in 2 1/2 cups chocolate chips with a spatula or spoon. These will be the stars of your cookies, adding melty richness to each bite.
- Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups sprinkles. You want to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough without breaking them.
- Using your hands, form the cookie dough into balls, about 2 tablespoons each. This is a fun step where you can make them as big or small as you like.
- Pour the remaining ¾ cup of sprinkles into a small bowl. Roll each cookie dough ball in the sprinkles, making sure to coat the entire surface. This creates that colorful, festive appearance!
- Place the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Optional: sprinkle with extra sea salt for a sweet and salty flavor contrast.
- Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking. The centers might look a little underdone, but they’ll firm up as they cool.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. This step is essential for achieving that perfect texture.
Notes
- Storage: To keep leftover cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the cookies for up to 1 month. Let them cool completely and then place them in a freezer-safe container.
- Variations: Feel free to experiment with different types of sprinkles, like chocolate or themed colors for holidays.
- Nutty Goodness: Consider adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for added crunch.