Circus Animal Sugar Cookies are a fun and whimsical twist on traditional sugar cookies. The recipe calls for basic ingredients that can be found in most kitchens, along with a few extra special additions, such as rainbow sprinkles and frosted circus animal cookies.
6-8frosted Circus Animal cookiesthe pink and white ones with sprinkles!
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°.
In a medium size bowl mix together the butter, brown sugar and sugar with a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix for another 2-3 minutes.
Add flour, baking soda and salt and mix just until combined.
Add in the sprinkles and fold into the dough with a large spoon.
Use a cookie scoop to scoop the dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons worth) and place on a baking sheet that is lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Break apart the circus animal cookies and add 2-3 bits onto each ball of cookie dough, gently pressing them into the dough.
Bake for 8 minutes or until slightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.