Description
Indulge in the whimsical joy of Unicorn Cookies, a delightful treat that brings color and sweetness to any gathering. These vibrant sugar cookies are adorned with a unique tie-dye effect and generously sprinkled with rainbow sprinkles, making them irresistible to both children and adults. Ideal for birthday parties, baby showers, or simply a fun baking afternoon at home, these cookies promise to brighten your day. With a soft texture and delightful flavor, they are bound to become a favorite on any dessert table. Prepare to impress your guests with these visually stunning cookies that are as fun to make as they are to eat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (226g)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (285g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (420g)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles
- Gel colors (Pink, Royal Blue, Violet)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined. Fold in rainbow sprinkles.
- Divide dough into four portions; leave one uncolored and dye the others pink, royal blue, and violet.
- Gently combine all colors for a tie-dye effect without overmixing.
- Scoop dough into balls, roll in sugar or sprinkles if desired, and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra softness, chill dough balls for 15 minutes before baking. Customize colors or use flavored extracts for unique variations.