Sure, cakes are great for birthdays, but have you ever tried Birthday Cookies? They’re so much more fun to decorate and eat!
There’s something about a birthday that just feels special. Whether it’s your own birthday or someone else’s, it’s a time to celebrate and enjoy good company and delicious food.
If you’re looking for a tasty treat to mark the occasion, why not try making some homemade birthday cookies?
They’re easy to make and sure to please everyone at the party. So grab your mixer and get baking!
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When it comes to birthdays, you don’t always have to do a cake to celebrate. My mom would always have the option of cookies at the party table so people could have a little nibble of something sweet without having to commit to a slice of cake.
These birthday cookies are so much fun. Loaded with sprinkles, easy to make with cake mix (meaning they are super soft and chewy for days), and then topped with a simple buttercream that will have everyone coming back for more.
Here are some commonly asked questions
What is the best way to store leftover kiss cookies?
Because these cookies are frosted, I recommend keeping them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You will also need to keep them in a single layer because of the frosting.
The easiest way to do this is to place them in casserole dishes – preferably ones with an airtight lid. If they don’t have lids that make them stackable for space saving – you can use the press & seal wrap instead. Not only does it do a good job at keeping things airtight – but it stays firm enough for light stacking.
What is Funfetti or Confetti Cake Mix?
Basically, Funfetti is a soft, fluffy, vanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles baked throughout. It’s FUN and probably my most favorite flavor of cake.
This is actually the same as confetti cake. But then Pillsbury came out with an actual Funfetti variety of their box mix – which made the name popular.
For this recipe, you can use the Pillsbury brand and get the actual Funfetti cake mix or you can pick up the rival brands who call their versions confetti or rainbow chip.
Ingredients for Birthday Cookies
- funfetti cake mix
- large eggs – room temperature
- oil vegetable or canola
- sprinkles plus more for garnish
- birthday cake chocolate kisses
Frosting, optional
- unsalted butter – softened
- confectioner’s sugar
- heavy whipping cream or milk
- clear vanilla extract
Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?
Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect texture.
When your dairy products are at room temperature, they can create an emulsion. It’s essential to have an emulsion because air gets trapped, so the baked goods expand and get fluffy as it bakes.
How to Make Birthday Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, and oil until completely combined.
- Stir in the sprinkles until mixed throughout.
- Scoop with cookie dough scoop or tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until slightly firm but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and place the baking sheet on a wire rack.
- If adding chocolate kisses without frosting, add them immediately while the cookies are warm.
- Or cool the cookies completely, then add the frosting, sprinkles, and chocolate kisses.
- Store in an airtight container.
Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter until fluffy and smooth.
- Sift the confectioner’s sugar into a medium bowl – this step is optional, although it makes the frosting smooth and easier to mix.
- Gradually add the confectioner’s sugar, alternating with heavy cream or milk.
- Add the vanilla extract and beat well.
- Add to a piping bag with a large star tip and pipe onto cooled cookies before adding the chocolate kiss.
Can you freeze kiss cookies?
The short answer is yes. These cookies can be frozen after baking, once they have completely cooled. The best way to do that is to wrap each cookie individually with plastic wrap.
Then place them in an airtight container or zip-top bag. You can freeze for up to 3 months. Keep in mind that the sprinkles may sweat from the moisture in the freezer – so you might want to stick to only freezing the ones without sprinkles.
You can also freeze the dough. Just roll it into balls and place it on a baking sheet. Freeze in a single layer. Once frozen, transfer to an airtight container for space-saving.
When ready to bake, thaw the dough, roll the cookies in the sugar or sprinkles and then bake as directed. Please don’t add the sugar or sprinkles prior to freezing – neither holds up too well with the moisture in the freezer.
Do I need to chill the dough?
Typically cake mix cookies don’t require chilling. However, if your room is quite warm, you might want to place the bowl in the fridge for about 30-60 minutes prior to rolling.
This will help keep the cookies thick and from spreading too much when baking.
How many can this serve?
This recipe makes about 35 cookies, so it will depend on how many people eat at a time. It will also vary a bit on how large or small you make the cookies.
Can this recipe be doubled?
Yes, doubling this recipe works great and I highly recommend doing it if you are giving these as a gift or making them for a party. These are a favorite and they do go quickly.
More Great Cake Mix Recipe Ideas
Red Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies
Frosted Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies
St. Patrick’s Day Cake Mix Cookie Bars
cake mix cookie blossoms
What are the best sprinkles for these cookies?
This is important – just because the package says “sprinkles” doesn’t necessarily mean that it is in fact sprinkles.
I see a lot of people using colored sanding sugar that is labeled as sprinkles.
This will not work as well because when that sugar gets wet – like when mixed into a moist dough or when placed in the refrigerator, it will sweat & the color will bleed out.
Make sure you are using jimmies – they don’t bleed or alter the colors. “Sprinkles” called Nonpareils are also not great for this recipe because they also bleed.
What can I make with rainbow sprinkles?
We absolutely LOVE using rainbow sprinkles in our recipes. The fun, bright colors bring happiness – so why not add them whenever it makes sense. Here are some of our favorite recipes to use with rainbow sprinkles.
- St. Patrick’s Day Hot Chocolate Bombs
- Funfetti Cake Batter Dip
- Edible Sugar Cookie Dough
- Frozen Bananas
- Lofthouse Sugar Cookies
- Cake Batter Frosting
- Birthday Sugar Cookie Bars
- Homemade Funfetti Cake
Funfetti Cookies
Products I love when making these cute celebration cookies…
This cookie recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made cake mix cookies before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this birthday recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)
- mixer
- baking sheet
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- cookie scoop
- rainbow sprinkles
- piping bag
- birthday chocolate kisses
- funfetti cake mix
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Birthday Cookies
Ingredients
- 15.25 oz funfetti cake mix
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ½ cup oil vegetable or canola
- ¼ cup sprinkles plus more for garnish
- 10 oz birthday cake chocolate kisses
Frosting, optional
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
- 4 cups confectioner’s sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract ** see notes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, and oil until completely combined.
- Stir in the sprinkles until mixed throughout.
- Scoop with cookie dough scoop or tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until slightly firm but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and place the baking sheet on a wire rack.
- If adding chocolate kisses without frosting, add them immediately while the cookies are warm.
- Or cool the cookies completely, then add the frosting, sprinkles, and chocolate kisses.
- Store in an airtight container.
Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter until fluffy and smooth.
- Sift the confectioner’s sugar into a medium bowl – this step is optional, although it makes the frosting smooth and easier to mix.
- Gradually add the confectioner’s sugar, alternating with heavy cream or milk.
- Add the vanilla extract and beat well.
- Add to a piping bag with a large star tip and pipe onto cooled cookies before adding the chocolate kiss.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
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