Description
Fireworks Sugar Cookie Cake is a festive and delicious dessert perfect for 4th of July celebrations or any gathering. Combining the classic flavors of sugar cookies with vibrant M&Ms and sprinkles, this eye-catching treat is sure to delight kids and adults alike. With its soft, chewy texture and customizable toppings, this cake serves as an inviting centerpiece for barbecues, potlucks, or family parties. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s a delightful way to add sweetness to your holiday festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup M&Ms (preferably patriotic colors)
- ½ cup jimmie sprinkles
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅙ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9” round cake pan with foil and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the baking soda, salt, cream of tartar, and flour into the mixture.
- Fold in M&Ms and sprinkles until evenly distributed.
- Press the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 19-22 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until smooth, gradually mix in powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until creamy.
- Decorate cooled cake with frosting using a piping bag; finish with additional sprinkles and M&Ms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg