Description
Indulge in the festive spirit of Independence Day with these delightful 4th of July Chocolate Chip Cookies. Bursting with colorful M&Ms in red, white, and blue, these cookies are a perfect treat for your summer gatherings. With a rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture, they’re sure to be a hit among guests of all ages. Easy to make and highly customizable, you can swap in your favorite candies or nuts for a personal touch. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or attending a potluck, this cookie recipe will elevate your celebration and leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- 2 cups 4th of July M&Ms
Instructions
- Chill the dough: After mixing the ingredients, scoop dough balls onto a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Place chilled dough balls on lined baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Bake for 11-15 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg