Description
Magical unicorn cookies sparkle with whimsical charm, blending pastel colors and playful sprinkles into a delightful sweet treat. Bakers can create these enchanting desserts with simple ingredients and creative decorating techniques that delight both children and adults.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups (420g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon (2g) cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.2g) salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups (285g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
Decorative Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
- Gel colors (Pink, Royal Blue, and Violet)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- Cream butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, then incorporate eggs and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt using a whisk.
- Gradually integrate dry ingredients into the butter mixture on medium-low speed until a cohesive dough forms, then gently fold in sprinkles.
- Separate the dough into four equal portions, leaving one plain and coloring the others with pink, royal blue, and violet gel food colors, ensuring gentle mixing to maintain distinct color variations.
- Loosely blend the colored dough portions in a large bowl, creating a marbled tie-dye effect without overmixing to preserve color separation.
- Scoop dough using a cookie scoop, roll each ball in granulated sugar or additional sprinkles, and place on the prepared baking sheet with approximately 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden, then allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack for complete cooling.
Notes
- Achieve vibrant colors by using gel food coloring, which provides more intense hues without affecting the dough’s consistency.
- Prevent color bleeding by gently folding dough colors together, creating a marbled effect without fully mixing.
- Customize sprinkle selection to match party themes or personal preferences, using different shapes and color combinations.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their soft texture and colorful appearance.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg