Gluten Free Funfetti Sugar Cookies

Name: Gluten Free Funfetti Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 85 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter; 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 3/4 cup gluten free all purpose baking flour; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup mini white chocolate chips; 5 tablespoons sprinkles

Claire Cary

5 from 5 votes

July 31, 2024

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These easy gluten free funfetti sugar cookies are soft, chewy and perfect for any celebration. They start with a simple sugar cookie base, then are loaded with white chocolate chips and sprinkles for a fun twist. Plus, they can be made dairy free!

gluten free funfetti sprinkle cookies ripped in half

There are very few things that brighten my day more than funfetti desserts. Cakes, cookies, cupcakes, even protein balls.

These easy gluten free funfetti sugar cookies are incredibly soft, thick, chewy and so easy to make. They do require chilling (I know it’s annoying, but so worth it), but only take about 10 minutes of active baking time.

If you really want to take these to the next level, they’re delicious with my homemade buttercream frosting slathered on top.

I love these for birthdays or celebrations, Christmas if you use red and green sprinkles, or just a fun dessert! If you love this recipe try my almond flour sugar cookies or dairy free birthday cake next!

Why you’ll love this recipe

Crispy edges, chewy centers
Easy to make- one bowl!
Perfectly sweet
Dairy free friendly

How to make gluten free funfetti sugar cookies

Step 1: Cream the butter and sugar. This is always an important step when making cookies! It allows the sugar to blend right into the butter for a rich flavor and creamy texture.

Step 2: Beat in the remaining wet ingredients. This includes the egg and vanilla.

Step 3: Fold in the dry ingredients. When measuring the flour, be sure to spoon and level, don’t scoop from the bag. You will end up with more flour than you really need which will throw off the recipe.

two images showing how to make the dough

Step 4: Fold in the sprinkles and white chocolate, then scoop into balls.

Step 5: Chill the dough. This is SO important for this recipe. Not all cookie dough needs to be chilled, but if you don’t want the cookies to spread thin and flat, be sure to chill the dough. It also allows the flavors to blend together which is so worth it in the end.

Step 6: Bake! Just about 12-15 or so minutes, then let cool completely before eating. They’ll still be soft when they come out of the oven. Try my gluten free funfetti cupcakes next!

two images of the dough scooped in balls

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Should I add sprinkles before or after baking?

Definitely before! If you add the sprinkles to the cookies after baking, they won’t actually stick. We’re going to first add them both to the dough and stir them in like you would in chocolate chips.

However, what really makes these gluten free funfetti cookies extra fun is rolling the dough in extra sprinkles. I like using nonpareils, but regular sprinkles also work! Whatever you have on hand will be just fine.

Make them vegan!

I have not tested these sugar cookies without the egg, but because there is only one, I think that will work just fine. I recommend subbing the egg for either 1/4 cup of apple sauce, a flax egg, or a store bought egg replacer.

Then just be sure to use dairy free butter, I like the Earth Balance butter sticks here. You can also just try my vegan funfetti cookies instead!

gluten free funfetti sugar cookies with a bite taken out on parchment paper

How to store and freeze

For best results, store these cookies in an air tight container once they have fully cooled. They will keep for 3-5 days but are best within the first 48 hours.

To freeze, you still want to chill the dough first. Once the dough has chilled, you can add the balls to a freezer safe bag or container and freeze for up to 1 month.

You can bake right from frozen, but decrease the oven temperature to 325 and add a few extra minutes to the time to account for the frozen dough.

What does cornstarch do in cookies?

I wanted these funfetti cookies to be fairly thick, which is what the cornstarch will help with. It will give the cookies a really chewy and tender texture, as well as prevent them from spreading too much while baking.

The main thing is that cornstarch gives cookies a very soft and tender crumb.

up close of the gluten free sugar cookie with sprinkles

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