Patriotic Crinkle Cookies: Soft, Festive, and Bursting with Flavor
These soft and festive Patriotic Crinkle Cookies are a red, white, and blue twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for summer parties, Fourth of July, and anyone who loves a chewy cookie with a crackled powdered sugar top.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- ¾ cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- 1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 2. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- 4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- 5. Divide dough into thirds. Leave one plain, color one red, one blue using gel food coloring.
- 6. Chill the dough for 30–45 minutes until firm.
- 7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls and roll in powdered sugar (optional: roll in granulated sugar first).
- 8. Place on lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
- 9. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for best vibrancy.
Double-roll in granulated + powdered sugar for extra crinkle.
Dough can be frozen up to 3 months before baking.