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4th of July Crinkle Cookies

Deliciously Fun 4th of July Crinkle Cookies to Celebrate!

Delight in these vibrant 4th of July Crinkle Cookies, featuring a soft center and crackly top, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Soft Butter at room temperature
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar no substitutions suggested
  • 2 large Eggs essential for structure
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure it is fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt use kosher or table salt
For the Color
  • 1 teaspoon Red Food Coloring consider natural options
  • 1 teaspoon Blue Food Coloring consider natural options
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can be omitted for less sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs and blend well until fully incorporated, beating until the mixture is slightly thicker.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture and fold gently until a thick dough forms.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Divide the chilled dough into three portions; color two with red and blue food coloring.
  7. Take small amounts from each colored dough to form multi-colored cookie balls.
  8. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until completely coated and place on baking sheets.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until puffed and cracked on top but soft in the center.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough to ensure proper crinkle formation and experiment with different colors.

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