When it comes to making a colorful treat that’s simple and fun, these Easy and Chewy Sprinkle Sugar Cookies are the perfect cookie recipe. They’re soft, chewy, and loaded with sprinkles for a funfetti-inspired look that’s sure to brighten any occasion

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar for 1 1/2 minutes.

Add the vanilla extract, then beat in the whole egg and egg yolk until smooth. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mix until combined. Fold in the sprinkles gently to keep them from breaking.

Use a cookie scoop to form cookie dough balls, about 3 tablespoons each. If the dough is very soft and sticky, chill it for 15 minutes. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2.5 inches apart.

Bake cookies in the lower thirds of the oven for 10-15 minutes. Let the baked cookies cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them