4th of July Crinkle Cookies
Celebrate summer with these vibrant 4th of July Crinkle Cookies! Bursting with sweet vanilla and rich chocolate flavors, these chewy cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for a stunning crinkle effect. Perfect for backyard barbecues and holiday gatherings, they bring joy to every bite. Easy to make, these cookies will become your go-to dessert for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- Powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Divide the dough into three parts. Mix red coloring into one part, blue into another, and leave one plain.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll small balls from each colored dough and coat in powdered sugar.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 10-12 minutes until puffed but soft in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract. Consider adding sprinkles or chocolate chips for extra fun!