Description
These festive 4th of July Crinkle Cookies are the ultimate summer treat, bursting with vibrant red, white, and blue colors that celebrate Independence Day. Their soft, buttery centers are encased in a delightful crinkled exterior dusted with powdered sugar, making them not only a delicious dessert but also a stunning centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, picnic, or just enjoying a casual get-together, these cookies are sure to impress your guests. Plus, they’re easy to make and fun for kids to help with, turning baking into a memorable family activity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (or gel)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and mix well.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; combine with wet ingredients until thick and sticky dough forms.
- Chill the dough 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 food coloring (red and blue) while leaving one plain.
- Shape small balls from each colored dough portion and roll them in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until tops are crackled but centers remain soft.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg