Ever find yourself scratching your head about what to whip up for a 4th of July bash? Well, stress no more! I’ve got just the thing for you – my go-to Red, White, and Blue Cookies recipe. Trust me, these babies are not just melt-in-your-mouth delicious, they’re also bursting with patriotic flare. They’re sure to steal the show at any gathering.
So, why not make these your party trick this year? Your friends will love them, and hey, you might just become the cookie hero of Independence Day!
Hey, don’t let their complex appearance intimidate you! I’ve laid out step-by-step instructions in this blog post. Just watch carefully, and you’ll find it’s not as hard as it looks. So grab your baking gear, and let’s get started together. You’ll see, it’s actually quite fun!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to get started on those eye-catching Red, White, and Blue Cookies. Trust me, it’s a straightforward list, but the end result? Absolutely stunning!
- Unsalted Butter (softened): This is your fat base, giving the cookies that perfect, crumbly texture.
- White Granulated Sugar: This will sweeten up your cookies just right.
- Confectioners’ Sugar: Also known as powdered sugar, it’s great for a smooth finish.
- Large Egg (at room temperature): Acts as a binder, and having it at room temperature helps it mix better with other ingredients.
- Canola Oil: Gives the cookies a bit more moisture and ensures they don’t dry out.
- All-purpose Flour: The backbone of our cookies, providing structure.
- Baking Soda: Helps the cookies rise a bit during baking.
- Cream of Tartar: Keeps your cookies soft and adds a unique tanginess.
- Salt: Just a pinch to balance the sweetness.
- Red or Blue Food Coloring: This is where we bring in the patriotic vibes! Choose one or use both for a fun twist.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds that classic, sweet flavor.
- Raspberry Extract: For a hint of fruity freshness.
- Lemon Extract: Adds a zesty, bright note to the mix.
Alright, now that you’ve got your lineup ready, it’s time to turn these ingredients into some festive treats that’ll light up any 4th of July party. Let’s get that mixer going and create some cookie magic!
How to Make Red White and Blue Cookies
Let’s dive into the steps, and don’t worry, I’ll keep it simple and fun!
👉 Creaming the Basics
- Start by creaming the softened unsalted butter and both sugars in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the egg and canola oil, beating well to incorporate. You want a smooth, well-mixed base here.
- In another bowl, whisk together 2-3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually beat the dry mixture into your creamed mixture. Add more flour if needed until the dough forms a nice, cohesive ball.
👉 Adding Colors and Flavors
- Divide your dough into three equal portions.
- To the first portion, add red food coloring and vanilla extract to bring those classic flavors and bold colors.
- For the second portion, mix in blue food coloring and raspberry extract for a fruity twist.
- Leave the third portion as is and just add lemon extract for a zesty punch.
👉 Shaping and Chilling
- Shape each colored portion into a 10-inch-long block.
- Place your red, white, and blue logs side by side, lightly pressing them together to stick.
- Wrap the trio in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
👉 Cutting and Prepping for Bake
- Once chilled, unwrap and cut the dough crosswise into 1/4-inch slices.
- Place them about 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Pop the sheets back in the fridge for a bit to set the shapes.
👉 Baking
In the baking step, I use an air fryer instead of a traditional oven because my Typhur Dome air fryer has a large cooking space and cooks faster.
- Preheat the Typhur Dome air fryer to 355°F (180℃) and set it to “Roast” mode.
- Line the tray with aluminum foil and parchment paper.
- Carefully place the cookies on the tray and bake for about 10 minutes.
- Remove the cookies and let them cool — they’ll be wonderfully crispy with just the right chew!
👉 Fun Serving Suggestion
- For an extra treat, try sandwiching two cookies with a bit of melted white chocolate or your favorite frosting.
- Insert a popsicle stick into the sandwich for a fun, festive cookie pop!
Red, White and Blue Cookies
Equipment
- Tongs
- Bowl
- Cookie Cutter
- Stand Mixer
- Rolling Pin
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- ½ cup confectioners sugar
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- ⅓ cup canola oil
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅛ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- ¼ tsp salt
- Red or blue food coloring
- Vanilla, raspberry and lemon extract
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg and oil, beating well. In another bowl, whisk 2-3/4 cups flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt. Gradually beat into creamed mixture, adding flour if needed, until dough forms a ball.
- Divide dough into 3 portions. Add red food coloring and vanilla extract to one portion. Add blue food coloring and raspberry extract to the second portion. Add lemon extract to the untinted portion.
- Shape each portion into a 10-inch-long block. Place red, white and blue logs side by side. Lightly press blocks together. Wrap and refrigerate until firm, 30 minutes. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate the cookies to set the shape.
- To ensure the cookies maintain their shape during baking, begin by removing the tray from the Typhur Dome. Line the bottom of the basket with a layer of aluminum foil, followed by a layer of parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place the cookies in the cooking tray. Return the tray to the Typhur Dome.
- Bake the in "Roast" mode for 10 minutes at 355°F/180℃.
- Remove the cookies from the tray.
- Try sandwiching two cookies together with a popsicle stick and melted white chocolate or your favorite frosting.
Nutrition PER SERVING
(Nutrition information is calculated automatically by Spoonacular API and should be considered an estimate.)
Made these for 4th of July and they were delicious! They were kind of like a dull pink color also. But so soft and chewy.