Description
Indulge in the spirit of Independence Day with these delightful 4th of July Crinkle Cookies. Bursting with vibrant red, white, and blue colors, these cookies are not only visually stunning but also incredibly soft and chewy, making them the perfect treat for summer festivities. Easy to make and a joy to share, they’ll impress your guests at cookouts, family gatherings, or any celebration. Involve kids in the process for an added layer of fun, creating lasting memories while you bake. Elevate your holiday dessert table with these festive delights that embody the essence of American pride.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until fluffy. Beat in each egg one at a time and stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Divide dough into three portions: one plain, one colored red, and one blue. Mix colors evenly.
- Chill dough portions wrapped in plastic wrap for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll small amounts of each colored dough together into balls for a marbled effect; coat in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg