Indulge in the fun and festive flavors of Cake Batter Cookies, complete with a rich and creamy Cake Batter Cream Cheese Frosting. These cookies capture the nostalgic essence of cake batter, transformed into a delightful cookie form. Infused with cake batter flavoring and optional sprinkles, these cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies offer the perfect combination of a soft, fluffy texture with a sweet, creamy topping that mimics the taste of your favorite cake. The addition of sprinkles adds a playful touch, making them a hit among both kids and adults. Their unique flavor and satisfying texture make these cookies a standout treat.
Perfect Occasion: Perfect for birthday parties, holiday celebrations, or any festive event where you want to add a splash of color and joy. They're also great for bake sales, potlucks, or as a special treat to brighten up any day of the week.
Decoration Tips: To make these cookies even more special, add colorful sprinkles to the dough and on top of the frosting for a vibrant finish. You can also use themed sprinkles for specific occasions like holidays or sports events to tailor them to the event.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups salted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp cake batter flavoring
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup sprinkles (optional)
Cake Batter Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp cake batter flavoring
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Milk (as needed to thin the frosting)
Method:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cookie Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and cake batter flavoring, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and baking powder, mixing until the dough is smooth. Fold in sprinkles if using.
- Scoop 1/3 cup of dough, roll into a ball, then flatten into a puck shape. Arrange on prepared sheets, spaced apart.
- Baking:
- Bake for 14-17 minutes, or until the cookies puff up and lose their glossy sheen. Allow to cool on the pans.
- Frosting:
- While cookies cool, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing after each addition until smooth. Stir in cake batter flavoring.
- Thin with milk if needed to reach a piping consistency.
- Transfer frosting to a zip-top bag, snip off a corner, and pipe onto cooled cookies.
Enjoy these delightful Cake Batter Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, a sweet treat that brings joy and indulgence to any occasion!
