For the softest cookies, avoid overmixing the dough. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help prevent the cookies from spreading too much. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Feel free to experiment with different extracts or flavors in the frosting, such as almond or lemon.
Soft Birthday Cake Cookies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING48 People
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VIEWS9
Capture the joy of a birthday cake in every bite with these incredibly soft and flavorful sugar cookies. Bursting with sprinkles and a luscious frosting, they're a delightful treat for any celebration, or simply to brighten your day!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol19 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium61 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPreheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
02
StepCream and Combine: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the granulated sugar and softened butter. Beat until light and fluffy. (3-5 minutes)
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StepAdd Wet Ingredients: Beat in the Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. (2 minutes)
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StepIncorporate Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
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StepFold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in 2/3 cup of the rainbow sprinkles. (1 minute)
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StepShape the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop, drop even amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each cookie with your hand or the bottom of a glass. (10 minutes)
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StepBake: Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are lightly golden, 10-12 minutes. (10-12 minutes)
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StepCool: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. (15 minutes)
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StepPrepare Frosting: While the cookies are cooling, make the frosting. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, mixing until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract. Add heavy cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. (5-7 minutes)
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StepFrost and Decorate: Spread the frosting over the cooled cookies using a knife or offset spatula. Immediately sprinkle with the remaining rainbow sprinkles. (10 minutes)
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Jimmie Lakin
Jun 26, 2025These cookies were a huge hit at my daughter's birthday party! Everyone loved the soft texture and festive sprinkles.
Loraine Beatty
Jun 25, 2025Easy to follow instructions and the cookies are so much better than store-bought!
Christian Fay
Jun 21, 2025I followed this recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. The frosting is so creamy and delicious!
Layne Fay
Jun 20, 2025Great recipe! I added a bit of almond extract to the frosting and it was amazing.