Chocolate Chip Birthday Cookies – A Fun Twist on Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Chocolate Chip Birthday Cookies are a fun and festive way to enjoy the classic chocolate chip cookie. With the addition of colorful rainbow sprinkles, these cookies become the perfect treat for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you want to add some fun to your dessert table. The combination of melted butter, brown sugar, and chocolate chips creates a soft and chewy texture, while the sprinkles add a delightful crunch and festive flair. These cookies are easy to make with a simple one-bowl method, and they’re perfect for sharing with friends and family. Customize them by using different types of chocolate chips or sprinkles for various occasions.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  
  

• 1/3 cup (66g) granulated sugar
  
  

• 1/2 cup (104g) packed light brown sugar
  
  

• 1 large egg
  
  

• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 1/2 cups (186g) all-purpose flour
  
  

• 1 1/2 cups (255g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
  
  

• 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies preferred)
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
   
   

2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
   
   

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and stir until well combined.
   
   

4. Stir in the baking soda and salt, then gradually add the flour, mixing just until incorporated.
   
   

5. Fold in the chocolate chips and sprinkles, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
   
   

6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Space them about 2 inches apart.
   
   

7. Chill the cookie dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to prevent them from spreading too much while baking.
   
   

8. Bake for 11-15 minutes or until the edges are light golden and the tops are no longer glossy. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
   
   

9. Serve and enjoy your festive, chewy birthday cookies!
   
   

Nutritional Value (per cookie):

• Calories: 150 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 20g
  
  

• Protein: 1g
  
  

• Fat: 6g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 4g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 18mg
  
  

• Sodium: 83mg
  
  

• Potassium: 16mg
  
  

• Sugar: 14g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 155 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 0.1mg
  
  

• Calcium: 20mg
  
  

• Iron: 0.6mg