Easy Colorful Summer Cookie Recipes

These Summer Cookies are light, colorful, and perfect for picnics, parties, and warm-weather gatherings. Filled with bright citrus flavor and colorful sprinkles, they bring a cheerful touch to any dessert table.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ½ cup colorful sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
6. Fold in the colorful sprinkles.
7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
8. Flatten each cookie slightly with your hand.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Serve and enjoy these bright, refreshing cookies all summer long!

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