Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies with Pink Frosting and Sprinkles

Delight your taste buds with these Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies with Pink Frosting and Sprinkles, a whimsical treat that’s perfect for celebrations, holidays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. These buttery, soft cookies are made with a gluten-free flour blend, ensuring they’re tender and flavorful while catering to dietary needs. Topped with a creamy pink vanilla frosting and a playful sprinkle of gluten-free decorations, these cookies are as charming as they are delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow process, this recipe yields beautifully decorated cookies that are perfect for sharing or gifting. Whether you’re crafting these for a party or enjoying a cozy baking day at home, these gluten-free sugar cookies are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 29/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum (skip if your flour blend includes it)
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups Powdered sugar (for frosting)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons Milk (dairy or non-dairy, for frosting)
• 0.5 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 0.5 teaspoon Pink food coloring (gel or liquid)
• 0.25 cup Gluten-free sprinkles

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum (if needed), baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully combined.

Step 5

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, a little at a time, until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two portions and shape them into discs. Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 7

Once chilled, lightly flour a clean surface with gluten-free flour and roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 8

Cut out desired shapes using cookie cutters and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Repeat with the second disc of dough.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To make the frosting, beat the powdered sugar and softened butter together in a medium bowl until well combined.

Step 11

Add the milk and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and creamy. If the frosting is too thick, add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

Step 12

Mix in the pink food coloring until the frosting is evenly colored.

Step 13

Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a layer of pink frosting over each cookie and decorate with gluten-free sprinkles.

Step 14

Allow the frosting to set for 20-30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1154.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4927.5

Total Fat 203.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 737.7mg	0%
Sodium 1810.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 781.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 499.9g
Protein 15.7g	0%

Vitamin D 191.3IU	0%
Calcium 146.4mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 206.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.4%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 62.3%