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Easy Birthday Cake Cookies Using Extract
Dolce Flav
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Category
Cake Batter Extract Water Soluble
Author:
Dolce Flav
Servings
24
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
These Easy Birthday Cake Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with nostalgic birthday cake flavor thanks to birthday cake extract. Sprinkles folded into the batter create a festive, colorful look, making them perfect for birthdays, parties, or just a fun treat. Quick to make, these cookies require no chilling, and the dough is soft and easy to scoop. With a slightly crisp edge and a tender center, they replicate that sweet, cake-like flavor in cookie form.
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon birthday cake extract
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ cup rainbow sprinkles
Directions
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add Egg and Flavoring: Beat in egg, birthday cake extract, and optional vanilla extract until well combined.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold rainbow sprinkles into the dough for a festive touch.
Scoop Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake: Bake 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set but still soft.
Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and Enjoy: Soft, chewy, birthday cake-flavored cookies ready to enjoy!
Recipe Note
10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes — the texture may be slightly softer, but flavor will still be good.
2. Can I use cake flour for a softer cookie?
Yes — cake flour makes cookies extra tender and cake-like.
3. Can I double this recipe?
Yes — just double all ingredients and bake in batches.
4. Can I make these cookies vegan?
Use plant-based butter and a flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water) instead of egg.
5. Can I add more sprinkles?
Yes — fold in extra sprinkles for an even more festive look.
6. How do I store these cookies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
7. Can I freeze the dough?
Yes — scoop onto a tray, freeze, then transfer to a bag. Bake frozen for 2–3 extra minutes.
8. Can I make them larger cookies?
Yes — increase baking time by 2–3 minutes for larger cookies.
9. Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes — substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
10. Can I decorate these cookies?
Yes — top with a simple glaze or frosting and more sprinkles for extra birthday fun.