Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups salted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp cake batter flavoring
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- Optional: 1/4 cup sprinkles
- For Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/2 tsp cake batter flavoring
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
- Add eggs and cake batter flavoring; mix until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in flour and baking powder until just combined; fold in sprinkles if desired.
- Scoop out dough (about 1/3 cup) and shape into balls; flatten slightly.
- Bake on lined baking sheets for about 12–15 minutes until puffed but still glossy.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by whipping cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and remaining flavoring.
- Frost cooled cookies using a piping bag.
- Top with extra sprinkles before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Chill dough for about 30 minutes if it feels too soft to prevent spreading while baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.