Description
Delight in these colorful and festive Circus Animal Cookies, a fun twist on classic sugar cookies loaded with chopped circus animal cookies, white chocolate chips, and topped with vibrant rainbow nonpareils. Perfect for parties or an everyday treat, these cookies combine crunchy texture with sweet, creamy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 16 ounces refrigerated sugar cookie dough
- â…” cup chopped circus animal cookies
- â…“ cup white chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons rainbow nonpareils
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the refrigerated sugar cookie dough, chopped circus animal cookies, white chocolate chips, and rainbow nonpareils. Mix thoroughly until all components are fully integrated.
- Portion Dough: Use a medium cookie scoop to portion out the dough evenly and place each scoop on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn just golden brown, signaling they are perfectly baked.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for 2 minutes on the sheet. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use chilled dough and do not overmix when adding the chopped cookies and chips to preserve texture.
- Rainbow nonpareils add a decorative touch and additional slight crunch; feel free to adjust quantity based on preference.
- If you prefer softer cookies, slightly reduce baking time and monitor closely.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
