The Best Vegan Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies (Soft, Chewy & Easy)
If you’re craving something nostalgic, colorful, and effortlessly joyful, these vegan rainbow sprinkle cookies deliver every time. They have that classic bakery-style texture—slightly crisp on the edges with a soft, tender center—and are packed with bright sprinkles in every bite.
What makes these cookies special is how simple they are. No complicated steps, no hard-to-find ingredients—just a reliable, go-to vegan cookie dough that comes together quickly and bakes up beautifully every time.
They’re perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just when you want a little extra color in your day.
Why You’ll Love These Vegan Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies
These cookies are everything a sprinkle cookie should be:
- Soft and chewy with lightly crisp edges
- Completely eggless and dairy-free
- Easy to make in one bowl
- Full of vibrant, bakery-style sprinkles
- Great for gifting or celebrations
Ingredient Highlights
Vegan Butter
Provides richness and that classic cookie flavor.
Sugar
Use vegan cane sugar to give the cookies structure while keeping them soft and chewy.
Golden Flax
Creates chewy texture and helps bind the dough in place of eggs.
Vanilla Extract
Enhances the sweetness and gives that classic sugar cookie flavor.
All-Purpose Flour
The base of the dough—measure carefully for the best texture.
Rainbow Sprinkles
The star of the show! Use vegan-friendly sprinkles.
How to Find Vegan Sprinkles
Not all sprinkles are vegan, but once you know what to look for, they’re easy to find.
Some conventional sprinkles contain confectioner’s glaze (also called shellac), which is derived from insects and used to create a shiny coating. Others may include carmine, a red dye made from cochineal insects.
When shopping, check ingredient labels and look for sprinkles that are specifically labeled vegan. You can also look for terms like “no confectioner’s glaze” or “plant-based.”
Many naturally colored sprinkles (made with plant-based dyes) are vegan-friendly and tend to have softer, more muted tones—perfect if you like a more subtle, earthy look.
How to Make Vegan Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies
Start by creaming together the vegan butter and sugars until light and fluffy. This step is key for achieving that soft, bakery-style texture. Add the flax egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients, then gradually mix them into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms. Fold in the rainbow sprinkles gently to avoid color bleeding. Scoop the dough into balls and place them on a lined baking sheet. Chill the dough for 1 hour before baking. Bake until the edges are just set and the centers still look slightly soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet—they’ll continue to firm up as they rest.
Vegan Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies
Ingredients
- 180g (1 ½ c) All Purpose Flour
- 8g (1 Tbs) Cornstarch
- 3g (½ tsp) Baking Soda
- 3g (½ tsp) Salt
- 113g (½ c) Vegan Butter block style
- 150g (¾ c) Vegan Cane Sugar
- 7g (1 Tbs) Golden Flax ground
- 5g (1 tsp) Vanilla Extract
- 80g (½ c) Vegan Rainbow Sprinkles
Instructions
- Make the flax egg: in a small cup whisk together 1 Tbs + 3 Tbs filtered water. Set aside to thicken.
- Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream the vegan butter and sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add in the flax egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Next, add the flour mixture and mix until a soft dough forms. Fold the sprinkles into the cookie dough.
- Line two baking pans with parchment paper. Scoop dough evenly into 14 portions, about 40g or 1½ Tbs each onto one baking pan. Chill in fridge for 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Space chilled dough balls evenly between the two lined baking pans, 7 on each one.
- Bake cookies one pan at a time for 11-13 minutes. Leave cookies on pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack to cool completely.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days.
Notes
- 1 oz high quality scoop
- Kitchen Aid stand mixer
- Baking sheet pans
- Unbleached parchment paper
- Digital scale
- Vegan Rainbow Sprinkles (these are different colors than used in the cookie photos from this post)
Tips for the Best Vegan Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies
- Don’t overbake—slightly underbaked centers keep them soft
- Chill the dough for thicker cookies with less spread
- Use high-quality vegan butter and pure vanilla extract for the best flavor
- Fold sprinkles in last to keep colors vibrant
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days. They’ll stay soft and chewy.
For longer storage, freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. You can also freeze the dough balls and bake straight from frozen—just add an extra minute or two to the baking time.
More Vegan Cookie Recipes to Try
If you loved these vegan rainbow sprinkle cookies, here are a few more easy, bakery-style recipes to add to your rotation:
- Chocolate Sprinkle Cookies – rich, fudgy, and perfect for chocolate lovers
- Vegan Biscoff Rice Krispy Treats – gooey bars filled with cookie butter and marshmallows
- Vegan Maple Brown Sugar Cookies – simple, soft, and topped with a buttery maple icing
- Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake – thicker, sliceable, and packed with chocolate chips
- Ginger Molasses Cookies – soft, chewy and full of warm spices
A Little Sweetness to Share
These vegan rainbow sprinkle cookies are the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself making on repeat—simple, joyful, and full of color. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or just want something cheerful on an ordinary day, they always deliver that cozy, bakery-style magic.
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