Sitting Pretty Cookies are not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. These colorful and delightful cookies are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to afternoon tea. The buttery cookie dough is flavored with vanilla and almond extract, and then rolled in rainbow sprinkles for a pop of color. The cookies are baked until golden and crispy on the edges, but soft and chewy in the center. Serve these cookies as a treat for kids or you can even package them up as a thoughtful homemade gift. Get ready to wow your guests with these splendid sitting pretty cookies!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup rainbow sprinkles
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls.
- Pour the rainbow sprinkles onto a plate. Roll each dough ball in the sprinkles to coat completely.
- Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press down on each dough ball with the palm of your hand to flatten slightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
