Baking for One — Birthday Cake Cookie

It only takes 15 minutes, a few pantry staples, and some colorful sprinkles to make one giant birthday cake cookie.

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Thanks to this single-serve birthday cake cookie, satisfying your sweet tooth has never been easier. It's also perfect for small gatherings, whether you're celebrating an exciting event or an actual birthday.

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Also known as a funfetti cookie, this birthday cake cookie comes together in just 15 minutes. Plus, it's packed with rainbow sprinkles, though you're welcome to use other types too.

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Needless to say, if you love single-serve desserts, you'll adore this recipe. Read on for the step-by-step tutorial with tips for customizing the treat.

Things You'll Need

  • 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. white sugar

  • 1 Tbsp. lightly beaten egg

  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

  • 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder

  • Pinch of salt (about 1/16 tsp.)

  • 1 Tbsp. rainbow sprinkles plus 1 tsp. for topping

1. Mix the wet ingredients

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, combine the butter and sugar. Beat with a fork until creamy.

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Add a lightly beaten egg and vanilla extract.

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Tip

Use the remaining beaten egg for additional cookies or an omelet.

Mix to combine.

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2. Add the dry ingredients

Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the bowl. Mix to combine. The dough will be sticky, which is totally normal. Use a small spatula to mix the dough with ease.

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Tip

If needed, use gluten-free all-purpose flour instead of regular flour.

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3. Fold in the sprinkles

Add 1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles. Using a small spatula, fold the sprinkles into the dough.

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Tip

Rod-shaped sprinkles will give the cookie a classic birthday cake look but feel free to use other varieties. Also, to make the cookie even sweeter, fold in 1 tablespoon white chocolate chips.

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Scoop out the dough and place it on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten it into a disc shape, add another teaspoon of sprinkles on top, and press them into the dough.

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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are set. The center should be slightly soft; it will set as it cools.

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Serve immediately. Enjoy!

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