4th of July Sugar Cookies with Icing
Celebrate Independence Day with these delightful 4th of July Sugar Cookies with Icing, perfect for summer parties and gatherings. These vibrant cookies, adorned in red, white, and blue, are not only visually appealing but also incredibly tasty. The soft sugar cookie base pairs perfectly with sweet royal icing and a surprising crunch from popping candy, creating a treat that everyone will love. Easy to make and fully customizable in shape and decoration, these cookies are sure to be the star of your festive dessert table!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Royal icing for decorating
- Popping candy
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (170°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar in another bowl until crumbly.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla until well mixed.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until dough holds together.
- Chill dough for 15-20 minutes, then roll out to 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut shapes with cookie cutters, place on baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden at the edges.
- Cool cookies before decorating with royal icing and popping candy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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