Description
Experience the joy of summer with these 4th of July Crinkle Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of the holiday with their vibrant red, white, and blue colors. These cookies feature a soft and buttery center with a signature crinkled top, making them irresistible to guests of all ages. Perfect for backyard BBQs or festive picnics, they are not just visually appealing but also incredibly simple to make. With just a few easy steps, you can whip up a batch that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Customize the colors for any occasion, making these cookies a versatile addition to your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Red and blue food coloring (10 drops each)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs and mix well.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt; combine until thick and sticky. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Divide chilled dough into three portions; color two portions with red and blue food coloring while leaving one plain.
- Shape small balls from each colored dough and roll in powdered sugar twice for crinkly tops.
- Space out on baking sheets and bake for 12-14 minutes until crackled yet soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg