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Buttery Slice and Bake Sprinkles Cookies

These classic slice and bake cookies are buttery, sweet, and perfectly colorful thanks to a generous dose of rainbow sprinkles.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026
Buttery Slice and Bake Sprinkles Cookies
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
12 minutes
Total
2 hours 30 minutes
Serves
24

There is something so satisfying about having a roll of cookie dough waiting in the freezer for whenever a craving strikes. These slice and bake cookies are a staple in my kitchen because they are simple to prepare and look beautiful on a cooling rack.

My favorite trick is to chill the dough log until it is very firm before slicing. This helps the cookies keep their round shape while they bake in the oven, ensuring every single one looks picture perfect.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cream the softened butter and sugar together in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.

  2. 2

    Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

  3. 3

    Add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.

  4. 4

    Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles so they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

  5. 5

    Shape the dough into a long log about two inches in diameter and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap.

  6. 6

    Place the log in the refrigerator for at least two hours or until it is firm enough to slice easily.

  7. 7

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  8. 8

    Use a sharp knife to cut the chilled dough into slices about a half inch thick.

  9. 9

    Arrange the slices on your prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are just barely golden.

  10. 10

    Let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.

💡 Tips

You can keep the unbaked dough log in the freezer for up to one month. Just let it sit on the counter for ten minutes before slicing. Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to keep them fresh.

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