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Perfect Pastel Halloween Thumbprint Sugar Cookies Easy Sprinkle Filling Recipe

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Soft, buttery pastel Halloween thumbprint sugar cookies with a colorful sprinkle-filled center that adds a playful crunch and vibrant color, perfect for festive celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (90g) pastel-colored sprinkles (nonpareils or small jimmies)
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup or honey
  • Optional: Additional sprinkles for topping
  • Optional: Colored sanding sugar to dust

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy and pale, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Scoop dough into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to gently press an indentation in the center of each ball.
  7. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup pastel sprinkles with 2 tablespoons light corn syrup or honey until the sprinkles are lightly coated.
  8. Spoon a small amount of the sprinkle mixture into each indentation, pressing lightly to pack the sprinkles in without overflowing.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  10. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened butter, not melted, for best texture. Chill dough for 15 minutes if too soft. Avoid overmixing after adding flour to prevent tough cookies. Use light corn syrup or honey to bind sprinkles. Watch baking time closely to avoid overbaking. Cookies taste better the next day as flavors mellow and sprinkle centers firm up.

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