Description
Fireworks Sugar Cookie Cake is a festive dessert that’s perfect for celebrations, especially the 4th of July. This vibrant cake combines the classic taste of sugar cookies with colorful M&Ms and sprinkles, making it not only delicious but also visually stunning. It’s incredibly easy to make, allowing bakers of all skill levels to whip it up in under an hour. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, family gathering, or birthday party, this cookie cake is sure to impress your guests with its delightful flavor and festive flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup M&Ms (preferably patriotic colors)
- ½ cup jimmie sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9” round cake pan with foil and nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Incorporate baking soda, salt, cream of tartar, and gradually add flour while mixing on low speed.
- Gently fold in M&Ms and sprinkles before pressing the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 19–22 minutes until edges are golden brown; allow cooling completely.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until smooth, mix in powdered sugar gradually, then add salt and vanilla. Adjust consistency with heavy cream.
- Frost cooled cake as desired and decorate with extra sprinkles and M&Ms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg