Pan-Banging Confetti Cookies
Delightful cookies bursting with color and nostalgia, featuring soft and chewy textures enhanced by vibrant sprinkles and buttery flavor.
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 sticks, creamy perfection
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed Contributes a delightful hint of caramel flavor
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt Enhancing the sweetness
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided For that melt-in-the-mouth experience
- 1 large egg Bringing richness to the dough
- 1 large egg yolk Adds an extra level of decadence
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract For a lovely aromatic essence
- 1/2 tsp baking soda For a perfect rise
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Providing structure and chewiness
- 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp holiday sprinkles Sprinkling joy and color into each bite
Instructions
Preparation and Mixing
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange a rack in the center.
- In a large bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, kosher salt, and 1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar until light and creamy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and mix until just combined.
Baking
- Blend in the baking soda and ensure uniform distribution throughout the dough.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sprinkles gently.
- Scoop cookie dough into balls, roll in the remaining granulated sugar, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 7 minutes, then bang the pan on the rack three times.
- Rotate the pan and continue baking for another 2-6 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on a wire rack.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using a mix of different sprinkles or chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking. For a more robust vanilla flavor, increase the vanilla extract.