Pastel White Chocolate Cookies (Print Version)
Buttery, soft cookies studded with creamy white chocolate and pastel sprinkles. A festive treat ready in under 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins
09 - 1 1/4 cups white chocolate chips
10 - 1/2 cup pastel-colored sprinkles
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and light, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
06 - Fold in the white chocolate chips and pastel sprinkles.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Centers should look soft.
09 - Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These cookies strike that perfect balance between crispy edges and irresistibly soft centers
- The white chocolate adds creamy sweetness while sprinkles bring pure joy to every bite
02 -
- Press extra sprinkles on top before baking for that bakery-finished look
- Underbake by 1–2 minutes if you prefer extra soft cookies
03 -
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly
- Sprinkle some flaky sea salt on top before baking for a sophisticated touch