Description
Red, white, and blue star-spangled cookies are the ultimate treat for celebrating patriotic occasions like the 4th of July. These vibrant, festive cookies not only capture the spirit of Independence Day with their eye-catching colors but also offer a delightful taste that will enchant your guests. Packed with sweet flavors and adorned with royal icing and sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for summer barbecues, parties, or simply as a fun baking project with family. Easy to make and customizable to your liking, you’ll impress everyone with these charming star-shaped delights. So roll up your sleeves and let’s get baking!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- Gel food coloring (red and blue)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 3 Tablespoons light corn syrup
- 3–4 Tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolk and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add salt and flour; mix until just combined.
- Divide dough into two portions; color one red and one blue.
- Chill colored dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness; cut into star shapes.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before decorating.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg