Can I use different colors for the dough?

Absolutely! Feel free to get creative with different food colors to match your event theme.

What if I don’t have cake flour?

You can make a quick substitute by using all-purpose flour. Just use slightly less of it (about 1/4 cup less) to reduce the gluten.

Can I make the dough in advance?

Yes! You can prepare the dough ahead of time, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for up to three days or freeze it for up to three months.

How can I make these cookies gluten-free?

You can substitute the flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Ensure that the baking powder and baking soda are gluten-free too.

What can I use if I don’t have edible glitter stars?

If you can’t find edible glitter, colorful sprinkles or even powdered sugar can add a nice touch to your cookies as a finishing decoration.

4th of July Cookies

Description

Celebrate Independence Day with these festive 4th of July Cookies! Made with a chewy, buttery dough marbled in red, white, and blue and loaded with milk chocolate chips, these cookies are the perfect sweet treat for your summer party or BBQ.

Ingredients

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Essential Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups cake flour
2 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups milk chocolate chips

Optional Add-Ons:

Red gel food coloring
Blue gel food coloring
Edible glitter stars (for decoration)

Instructions

Prepare Pans: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cake flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a stand mixer, beat cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and light in color.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla until fluffy and well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in chocolate chips evenly without overmixing.
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
Divide and Color Dough: Divide dough into 3 equal parts. Color one red, one blue, and leave one plain.
Form Logs: Roll each section into a 15-inch log and press together to create a colorful twisted log.
Slice and Shape: Slice into 1 to 1.5-inch pieces, roll into balls, and place on baking sheets spaced apart.
Bake: Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
Top with Chips: Add extra chocolate chips to the tops of warm cookies right out of the oven.
Cool: Cool on the baking sheet for 5–10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
Decorate: Once cooled, add edible glitter stars for a festive sparkle.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without altering dough consistency.
Chill dough for 20–30 minutes if it’s too soft to roll into logs.
For extra festive flair, use red, white, and blue M&Ms instead of chocolate chips.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 240
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: 4th of July cookies, red white and blue cookies, patriotic cookies, chocolate chip cookies, festive sugar cookies