Gluten Free Funfetti Sugar Cookies Recipe
These Gluten Free Funfetti Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with colorful sprinkles, making them perfect for any celebration. Made with a simple gluten free sugar cookie base and rolled in sprinkles for an extra fun twist, these cookies can also be made dairy-free if desired. They bake quickly and are a delightful treat for those avoiding gluten without sacrificing flavor or texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups gluten free all-purpose baking flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup mini white chocolate chips
- 5 tablespoons sprinkles (plus extra for rolling)
Instructions
- Soften Butter: Place the butter in a mixing bowl and microwave for 15-20 seconds until softened but not melted, or let it sit at room temperature for about an hour.
- Cream Sugar and Butter: Add the sugar to the softened butter and beat with an electric mixer for about 1 minute until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the vanilla extract and egg until fully combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually beat in the gluten free flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Be sure to spoon and level the flour instead of scooping directly from the bag to ensure accuracy.
- Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold the sprinkles into the dough ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Form Dough Balls: Using a 2 tablespoon scoop, portion out the dough balls. Roll each ball in additional sprinkles, lightly pressing the sprinkles in to adhere, then reshape into a ball as needed.
Notes
- Use gluten free all-purpose flour blend that contains xanthan gum for best texture.
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted to achieve the proper cookie texture.
- You can omit the white chocolate chips or substitute with dairy-free options to make it dairy-free.
- Chill the dough for 1 hour before baking to help prevent spreading and improve flavor.
- Bake cookies on a parchment or silicone-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup.
