4th of July Fireworks Cookies
4th of July Fireworks Cookies are a festive treat perfect for celebrating Independence Day. These cookies are colorful, fun, and delicious, making them a hit at any 4th of July gathering. With bursts of red, white, and blue, they are not only tasty but also visually stunning. These cookies will add a patriotic touch to your holiday festivities.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cooling Racks
- Cookie cutters (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles or candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If using cookie cutters, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets. If not using cookie cutters, scoop dough onto the baking sheets using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
- Decorate the cookies with red, white, and blue sprinkles or candies, pressing them lightly into the dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may appear slightly undercooked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.