Chocolate Dipped Sugar Cookies
Festive Sugar Cookies
If you’re looking for a cookie recipe that’s as fun as it is delicious, these Chocolate Dipped Sprinkle Cookies are about to become your new go-to treat. They’re soft, buttery, and dipped in rich melted chocolate—finished with a shower of colorful sprinkles for the ultimate festive bite.
Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day that could use a little extra sweetness, these cookies are easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. No fancy mixers or chill time required—just mix, bake, dip, and enjoy!
Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Dipped Sprinkle Cookies
These cookies are the definition of happy baking. They’re cheerful, chocolatey, and perfect for every celebration (or for no reason at all). Here’s why you’ll love them:
Soft and chewy: Thanks to the right balance of vegan butter and nondairy milk, these cookies stay tender in the center with crisp edges.
Festive and fun: The sprinkles add color, crunch, and instant joy.
Easy to make: No chilling, no fancy equipment—just mix and bake.
Vegan-friendly: Made without dairy or eggs, but you’d never know it.
Chocolate-dipped magic: Each cookie is half-coated in melted chocolate for that bakery-style finish.
Sugar: any granulated sugar will work. I used white sugar in this recipe. Be sure it is granulated and not a liquid sweetener such as maple syrup.
Vegan butter: any vegan butter will work. You can also substitute for liquid oil. If you aren’t vegan normal butter works too.
Nondairy milk: I used unsweetened almond milk. Any nondairy milk will work. If you aren’t vegan normal milk works too.
Vanilla extract: if you don’t have this you can omit. Almond extract can also be used.
All-purpose flour: I haven’t tested any other flours. The closest option would be a 1:1 gluten-free flour.
White chocolate: this is optional, however, I like to add it to my cookies. It gives an extra delicious flavor boost.
Chocolate chips:any chocolate chips will work. You can do a combination of white and dark chocolate.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything you’ll need to make about 8 cookies (depending on the size):
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons vegan butter, softened
2 tablespoons nondairy milk (almond, oat, or soy all work great)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
2/3 cup plus 3–4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (adjust for texture—dough should be soft but not sticky)
1 cup sprinkles (use rainbow, seasonal, or whatever you love)
1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for extra sweetness)
1 cup chocolate chips, for melting and dipping
How to Make Chocolate Dipped Sprinkle Cookies
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegan butter, nondairy milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
Stir in the baking powder and flour until a soft dough forms. The dough should hold together but not feel too sticky. If needed, add another tablespoon of flour at a time.
Step 4: Fold in the Fun
Mix in the sprinkles (and white chocolate chips, if using). Be gentle—too much stirring can cause the colors to bleed.
Step 5: Shape and Bake
Scoop or roll the dough into balls and flatten slightly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still look soft—that’s what gives them the perfect chewy texture.
Let the cookies cool completely before dipping.
Step 6: Dip in Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and glossy. Dip each cooled cookie halfway into the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip off.
Place them on parchment paper and add extra sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets.
Let them sit at room temperature (or chill in the fridge for faster setting) until the chocolate hardens.
Tips for Perfect Cookies
Don’t overbake. The cookies continue to firm up as they cool.
Use high-quality chocolate. It makes a big difference in flavor and texture.
Switch up the sprinkles. Try red and green for Christmas, pastel for Easter, or heart-shaped for Valentine’s Day.
Make them bite-sized. Mini cookies are great for parties and dessert platters.
Storage and Freezing
Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want to save some for later, freeze them for up to 2 months—just thaw before serving.
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Final Thoughts
These Chocolate Dipped Sprinkle Cookies are a reminder that baking should be fun, colorful, and full of joy. They’re soft, sweet, and finished with just the right amount of chocolate. Whether you’re baking for a party or just because, these cookies are guaranteed to make everyone smile.
So grab your sprinkles, melt that chocolate, and make a batch of these happy little cookies—you’ll be amazed how quickly they disappear!
