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Whip up these Sprinkle Pudding Cookies for a super fun holiday sweet. You'll get bursts of vanilla flavor and lots of cheery color from the sprinkles. The best part? You’ll be snacking in less than half an hour—no need to chill the dough first.
What's Awesome About These Cookies
Pudding mix makes every cookie extra chewy and soft. You’ll end up with around 60 cookies from just one batch, perfect if you've got a crowd. Plus, it's easy to switch things up and make a few different versions off the same dough base.
Stuff You'll Need
- Sprinkles: Go for any holiday colors you like
- Salt: Just a bit
- Baking Powder: Helps cookies puff up
- Pudding Mix: Grab instant vanilla kind
- Flour: All-purpose is what you want
- Vanilla: For a flavor boost
- Eggs: Two big ones
- Sugar: Plain white is good
- Shortening: Keeps the cookies tender
- Butter: Should be soft, but not liquid
Making Them Step by Step
- Bake:
- Pop them into your oven for 12-15 minutes, pull them once the edges turn golden, and let them chill for 5 minutes
- Put on Sheets:
- Set your dough balls 2 inches apart on your trays
- Make Cookies:
- Shape the dough into balls and roll in the sprinkles
- Add Dry Stuff:
- Mix up flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold this into your wet mix
- Add Wet Stuff:
- Add eggs one by one, then stir in vanilla and pudding mix
- Mix First Parts:
- Whip shortening, sugar, and butter together for about 5 minutes until it's fluffy
- Get Ready:
- Heat your oven to 350°. Line two baking sheets with parchment
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Why Pudding Makes Them Amazing
The secret is the pudding mix. It bumps up the vanilla taste and keeps your cookies soft and pillowy. Every bite is creamy and tender—like melt-in-your-mouth magic!
Perfect for Gifting
This batch is great for big gatherings. Sixty cookies mean you've got enough for everyone, and those colorful sprinkles really stand out. People will wonder how you made something this cute so fast.
Switch Up Your Cookies
This dough is super versatile. Try pressing a chocolate kiss inside, swirling on some icing, or filling the middle with your favorite jam for thumbprints. Every change gives you a new fun cookie!
How to Keep Them Good
Let cookies cool down, then store in something airtight. They'll taste fresh for five days on your counter. Want to save them more? Pop them in the freezer for up to three months—just double-check your container seals tight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → What pudding flavors work best?
Any flavor’s great! Vanilla’s a staple, pistachio’s nutty and fun, and chocolate adds richness. Get creative—your pudding pick makes these cookies shine!
- → How can I tell they’re baked just right?
Once the edges take on a light golden tint (about 12–15 minutes), they’re good. The centers will look soft—they firm up to chewy goodness as they cool.
- → Can cookie dough go in the freezer?
You bet! Roll dough into balls, freeze on a tray, then toss in a freezer bag. Keep for 3 months max, and bake frozen balls with an extra minute or two.
- → Are these good for more occasions?
Totally! Match sprinkles to any theme—from birthdays and bake sales to holidays. They’re fun to customize and always a hit at celebrations.
- → How to store leftovers?
Keep them soft by storing in a sealed container at room temp for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them to save longer—thaw, and you’re good to go!
Conclusion
Looking for colorful treats? Whip up rainbow-filled muffins for breakfast or bake blondies to brighten birthdays. Don’t forget scratch-made funfetti cake—the ultimate sprinkle party!