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Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies

By: Rebecca  |  Published: December 21, 2014  |  Updated: June 18, 2019  |   View Our Affiliate Disclosure Policy

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These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are such a fun alternative to a classic birthday cake!

Yesterday I turned 25. Yup, the big TWO-FIVE, and I’ve been having a lot of anxiety over it since this past summer.

Why? I’m not really sure, I think it’s a lot of things. I’m officially closer to 30 than my teens. I haven’t yet seen the world. I haven’t taken enough risks.

You know, the usual quarter-century crisis stuff.

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

It’s funny because most people say those who dread 25 are those who don’t have their life on track. But I do. I went to college, I bought a house, I married my high school sweetheart, I have two great jobs and I make good money.

See, I’ve been going right down that checklist. I’ve even had a 401K for 4 years.

I’ve always been responsible and so has Matt, but for the most part that meant that we worked two or three jobs in college, decided not to study abroad, and we never went on any fun trips with friends.

And now that we’re both in our mid-twenties we’ve settled into this routine of responsibility and boredom.

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

Wait, did I say I turned 25, I meant 40. 

Actually, I take that back, my parents are in their early 40s and I think they have way more fun than me.

Is this was 25 is like for everyone?

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

I think the biggest thing though, is that on the checklist of life, the next things for us is kids.

It’s like now that I’ve left my early twenties, I feel like the pressure is on to get everything I want to do for ME done before I run out of time.

I’ve heard a couple quotes this year that have really gotten me worked up, the first was “We live two lives; one for us and one for our children” from Sam on True Blood.

The second was “Once you’re a parent, you’re the ghost of your children’s future… Now we’re just here to be memories for our kids” from Interstellar.

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

Yup, both of them kinda sent me reeling into a fit of panic that I’d barely lived my own life, that first life. I can feel it starting to flee and it scares the crap out of me.

Now, don’t get me wrong, I WANT kids, but I have some things I NEED to do in this first life before I start in on that second one.

So I decided to make a list, a list of 25 things I’m going to do at 25.

I may not get all of them done, but 365 days from now I want to be able to look back and say “that was a good year, that was a good first life, and I’m ready for whatever comes next.”

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

25 Things To Do When You’re 25

1. See the Fairy Pools in Scotland.

2. Lose 20 lbs.

3. Read 50 books.

4. Make macarons.

5. Hike Katahdin.

6. Start writing a book.

7. Stand on the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland.

8. Hike in Glacier National Park.

9. Go Skydiving.

10. Laugh more.

11. Visit Seattle.

12. Make homemade pie crust.

13. Take the train.

14. Swim in the Pacific.

15. Watch the sunrise somewhere pretty.

16. See a Broadway Musical.

17. Learn how to sew.

18. Go on a hot air balloon ride.

19. Have more sex.

20. Visit Gettysburg.

21. Go on a road trip.

22. Get published with a major media channel.

23. Be completely disconnected for a weekend.

24. Stay in a castle.

25. Love myself more.

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

So there it is, my list of 25 things I’m going to (attempt) to do while I’m 25.

And honestly, since I decided to make this list a few weeks ago and really embrace a quarter century of life, I’ve been feeling a lot more optimistic.

I think 25 is going to be a great magical year for so many aspects of my life.

To celebrate turning 25, I decided to bake up some sweet little Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies and share the recipe with all of you!

I threw myself a fun little party too, but that won’t be on the blog for a couple of weeks! So in the meantime, enjoy these rainbow sprinkle loaded vanilla pudding cookies!

These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

More Fun Birthday Recipes:

  • Funfetti Birthday Cake
  • Birthday Cream Horns
  • Easy Birthday Cake Dip
  • Birthday Cake Milkshake

Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies

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These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. Tempting vanilla makes them the perfect alternative to cake, or you know, have both! I did!

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Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies

Rebecca Hubbell
These Birthday Cake Pudding Cookies are sweet, chewy and loaded up with sprinkles. A hint of vanilla make them the perfect alternative to cake. Or, you know, have both!
4.67 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 2 hrs 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
Course Dessert
Servings 48 cookies
Calories 59

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsalted Butter, room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ light brown sugar
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box Instant Vanilla Pudding Powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 additional egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Cream butter and sugars together until smooth.
  • Add pudding, eggs, additional egg yolk and vanilla. Beat for about one minute on medium speed.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients a ½ cup at a time and mix until combined.
  • Fold in rainbow sprinkles.
  • Mold into a giant ball and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  • Chill for at least two hours. Remove from fridge a little while before baking so the dough can soften a bit and is easier to work with.
  • Scoop 1½ tablespoon sized scoops onto a nonstick baking sheet about two inches apart.
  • Bake at 350 F for 13-15 minutes.
  • Cool on pan for a couple of minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 8mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 80IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.3mg
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  1. Angela says

    June 12, 2019 at 8:28 pm

    Hi! Is it possible to make this recipe into a cookie cake?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      June 12, 2019 at 9:48 pm

      Hi Angela, I’ve never made it as a large cookie cake but do have a cookie cake recipe here: https://www.sugarandsoul.co/mms-cookie-cake/ You could omit the M&Ms and do rainbow sprinkles and buttercream frosting instead.

      Reply
  2. Tory Sachse says

    December 5, 2015 at 3:18 am

    […] Newman recommend these cookies. Gluten free. Bigfoot […]

    Reply
  3. Diana L says

    March 19, 2015 at 11:53 am

    These cookies look fantastic – so pretty. I’m sure my daughter will love something like this for her birthday on the 28th.

    I love making life lists, it reminds me there are so many wonderful possibilities to experience. I hope you’re having success and enjoying each and every item on your list.

    Reply
  4. tiffany says

    March 3, 2015 at 3:42 pm

    How soft does the butter have to be before you cream it with the sugars?

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      March 5, 2015 at 1:25 pm

      Hi Tiffany! It should sit at room temp for an hour or so and it should be soft enough that it whips instead of crumbles. You can slice it into table spoons and put it in a bowl to help it soften faster.

      Reply
  5. Brittany says

    February 27, 2015 at 10:49 pm

    This is just what I need for my daughters birthday on Sunday! She will be so excited when she sees these in the morning! Thanks for the recipe. Pinned!

    Reply
  6. Nicole Elliott says

    February 26, 2015 at 9:02 pm

    I love this post!!! 🙂 I’m actually about to hit the BIG 3 – 0 this year O.o But you know what–I’m actually just fine with it (even though I’m still one of those people to whom 30 just sounds OLD!!!) And also a word of happy–I’ve seen more of the world after I had kids than before, so although having wee ones complicates life in the best way possible, it absolutely doesn’t mean you have to stop living it–for you AND them! <3

    Reply
  7. Rachel - A Southern Fairytale says

    February 23, 2015 at 9:09 am

    I adore the bright colors and fun that you’ve infused in these cookies! Love your list of 25 <3 It's what kept me reading. Thanks for linking these up with Mouthwatering Mondays. These cookies are one of this week's featured recipes! Have a delicious week xx Rachel

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 23, 2015 at 10:05 am

      Thanks so much for stopping by and featuring my cookies, Rachel! I’m slowly working on that list but am finally getting closer to crossing some stuff off!

      Reply
  8. Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

    February 21, 2015 at 9:23 pm

    These are the happiest cookies I’ve ever seen! Happy Birthday (oh, to be 25 again)! Thanks for linking up at Best of the Weekend! Pinning this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 23, 2015 at 10:06 am

      Thank you, Amy! I need to make them again soon! So yummy!

      Reply
  9. Corinne says

    February 21, 2015 at 5:19 pm

    Happy 25th! Love the cookies. I might be making those for my own birthday this year (I’m at the age where I don’t name the number anymore 🙂 ). Thank you for linking up at the This Is How We Roll Thursday party!

    Reply
  10. jenny says

    February 20, 2015 at 9:57 pm

    Enjoy 25 because you WILL blink and be 40! I will say that I had my children when I was younger! I, like you, was VERY accomplished by 25 and also felt 40 at the time! Life gets better with age and maturity!
    Happy Birthday!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 24, 2015 at 12:41 pm

      Thanks, Jenny! I can’t help but feel like it’s just going to pass me by, so I’ve just got to embrace and enjoy it!

      Reply
  11. Kyla @HouseofHipsters says

    February 18, 2015 at 5:08 pm

    Can’t wait to see this party! And what a fun list. I love it. Thanks for sharing on Found & Foraged!

    Reply
  12. Pinterest Addicted says

    February 16, 2015 at 4:11 pm

    4 stars
    This was a fabulous post and I cannot wait to try these cookies for myself! You are about two years older than me, but I want to congratulate you on what you have accomplished so far. I am no where near buying a home. Do you have a post on your tips for buying a home in your twenties? Can’t wait to read about your adventures that you have planned. Have a great week!

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      February 19, 2015 at 8:02 am

      Thanks so much for stopping by and for your sweet comment. I didn’t have a post about buying a home, but since you mentioned it, I wrote one! I hope it’s helpful! http://www.sugarandsoul.co/2015/02/10-tips-for-millennial-home-buyers.html

      Reply
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