Name: Cake Batter Meltaway Cookies
Prep time: 26 min
Cook time: 9 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (111g) salted butter, softened; 2/3 cup (71g) powdered sugar; 1 egg; 1/2 tbsp cake batter flavor; 2 cups (304g) all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 1-3 tsp water; up to 1/2 cup Sprinkles

The secret to truly soft cake batter cookies lies in the perfect balance of butter and powdered sugar, ensuring a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This recipe delivers a delightful twist on a classic, infusing the joyous flavor of cake batter into a simple cookie. These cake batter cookies are designed for ease and maximum flavor, making them ideal for bakers of all skill levels. I remember the first time I experimented with cake batter flavor; getting the right amount was key to avoiding an artificial taste, so I settled on a subtle yet distinct half tablespoon that truly makes these cookies shine.

⏱ Time: 35 min

👥 Servings: 24

📊 Level: Easy

🥗 9 ingredients

Cake Batter Meltaway Cookies

Cake batter cookies: bake these incredibly soft and buttery meltaway cookies. Packed with sprinkles, they’re a fun treat for any occasion.

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Prep Time 26

Cook Time 9

Total Time 35

Servings: 24

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1/2 cup (111g) salted butter, softened
2/3 cup (71g) powdered sugar
1 egg
1/2 tbsp cake batter flavor
2 cups (304g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1-3 tsp water
up to 1/2 cup Sprinkles

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Combine butter and powdered sugar until smooth in a mixer.
Add egg and cake batter flavor, mixing until combined.
Mix in flour, baking powder, salt, and up to 3 tsp water until dough forms.
Fold in sprinkles until just combined.
Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut with a 2 1/2 inch circle cutter.
Bake at 350°F for 7-9 minutes until matte and puffed.

Notes

– To achieve the perfect soft texture, ensure your butter is truly softened, not melted. It should yield easily to pressure.
– Don’t overmix the dough once the flour is added; this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until combined.
– For consistently sized cookies, use a cookie cutter and try to keep the dough thickness uniform. This ensures even baking.

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

To achieve the perfect soft texture, ensure your butter is truly softened, not melted. It should yield easily to pressure.
Don’t overmix the dough once the flour is added; this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until combined.
For consistently sized cookies, use a cookie cutter and try to keep the dough thickness uniform. This ensures even baking.

These Cake Batter Meltaway Cookies are a joyous treat, perfect for sharing or a moment of personal indulgence. Experiment with different sprinkle colors for various holidays or occasions. Enjoy!