Patriotic frosted sugar cookies - Soft and chewy, patriotic sprinkles, and frosted with a vanilla cream cheese frosting
Additionally, you can celebrate the spirit of Independence Day with our delectable patriotic frosted sugar cookies. These mouthwatering treats feature a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a burst of vibrant red, white, and blue icing. Perfectly crafted cookies that are perfect for adding a touch of Americana to your 4th of July gatherings, picnics, or barbecues. Delight your taste buds and impress your guests with these irresistible, patriotic frosted sugar cookies!
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Why these patriotic sugar cookies?
- Irresistible Soft Texture: Our patriotic frosted sugar cookies boast a soft and tender texture that melts in your mouth, making every bite a delightful experience.
- Bursting with Flavor: These cookies are carefully crafted to deliver a burst of flavor with every bite. The combination of rich buttery sweetness and the vibrant colors of the icing creates a taste sensation that will leave you craving for more.
- Eye-Catching Design: Our cookies are beautifully decorated with red, white, and blue icing, making them a visually stunning addition to any 4th of July celebration.
- Comparable to Store Favorites: Fans of the soft Lofthouse sugar cookies found in stores will be thrilled with our patriotic frosted sugar cookies. I have perfected a recipe that closely resembles the beloved store-bought cookies, ensuring you get that same heavenly taste at home.
- Crowd-Pleasing Treat: Whether you're hosting a large gathering or simply enjoying a small family celebration, these cookies are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients check list
Next, I have listed some ingredients that you will need in this recipe! For a full list, check out the recipe card below!
- All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and helps give the cookies a tender texture.
- Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps create a light and delicate crumb.
- Unsalted Butter: Imparts rich flavor and contributes to the softness of the cookies.
- Eggs: Provide moisture and act as a binding agent.
- Baking Powder: Helps the cookies rise and gives them a slightly fluffy texture.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor of the cookies.
- Red, White, and Blue Sprinkle: I got mine here
- Powdered Sugar: Used in the frosting, it creates a smooth and sweet glaze.
- Cream: Adds moisture and helps achieve the desired consistency for the frosting.
- Cream Cheese: adds a tang to the cookie that perfectly pairs with the soft and chewy cookie.
Step by step - Patriotic Frosted Sugar Cookies
Preheat your oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set it aside.
In a bowl of a stand size mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy on medium high speed. About 3 minutes.
With the mixer on medium speed, add the egg, and and beat for 30 seconds. Add the vanilla extract, and mix just until combined.
On the lowest speed, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sprinkles and salt. Mix just until the flour streaks disappears. Do not over mix.
Use a large cookie scoop to portion out 9 equally sized cookie dough balls, or weigh them out to 3 ounces each.
Place 6 cookies on the sheet pan about 1 inch apart. You will use 2 sheet pans. With the bottom of your hand, gently smush down the top. You want a slightly flat top to create a flatter top for when you frost the cookie.
Bake the cookies for 11 minutes, let them cool before transferring to a cooling rack to finish cooling. While the cookies are cooling, make the buttercream.
Expert Baking Tips
- (optional) Chill the dough: After preparing the cookie dough, it's important to refrigerate it for at least 1 hour. Chilling the dough helps solidify the fats, resulting in cookies that spread less during baking and have a better texture.
- Avoid overbaking: Keep a close eye on the cookies while they are in the oven to prevent overbaking. Remove them when the edges are lightly golden, as they will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Allow cookies to cool completely: After removing the cookies from the oven, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting. This ensures that the frosting doesn't melt or become runny.
FAQ - Patriotic Frosted Sugar Cookies
Q: Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the cookie dough in advance and refrigerate it for up to 2-3 days before baking. Just make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out.
Q: Can I freeze the cookie dough? Absolutely! The cookie dough can be frozen for up to 2-3 months. Wrap it well in plastic wrap and place it in an airtight freezer bag or container. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before rolling and baking.
Q: How do I prevent my cookies from spreading too much? Chilling the dough is key to prevent excessive spreading. Make sure the dough is thoroughly chilled before baking. Additionally, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet and ensure the oven is preheated to the correct temperature.
Storing and freezing
Finally, to store the patriotic frosted sugar cookies, place them in an airtight container, separating layers with sheets of wax paper to prevent sticking. Keep the container at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Properly stored, the cookies can stay fresh for 3-5 days.
Freezing - Patriotic Frosted Sugar Cookies
To freeze cookie dough balls, arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place the sheet in the freezer until the dough balls are firm. Once firm, transfer the dough balls to a freezer-safe bag or container, removing as much air as possible. When ready to bake, simply place the frozen dough balls onto a baking sheet and bake according to the recipe instructions.
To freeze frosted cookies, ensure the frosting is fully set. Place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen frosted cookies to an airtight container or freezer-safe bag, separating layers with sheets of wax paper. Thaw the frosted cookies in the refrigerator before serving or allow them to come to room temperature.
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Recipe
Patriotic frosted sugar cookies
Ingredients
For the cookies
- ½ cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ powder sugar
- 1 egg at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cup all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon corn starch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoon red white, and blue sprinkles
Cream cheese frosting
- 3 ounces cream cheese softened
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cup powder sugar
- 3 tablespoons red white, and blue sprinkles
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
For the cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set it aside.
- In a bowl of a stand size mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy on medium high speed. About 3 minutes.
- With the mixer on medium speed, add the egg, and and beat for 30 seconds. Add the vanilla extract, and mix just until combined.
- On the lowest speed, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sprinkles and salt. Mix just until the flour streaks disappears. Do not over mix.
- Use a large cookie scoop to portion out 9 equally sized cookie dough balls, or weigh them out to 3 ounces each.
- Place 6 cookies on the sheet pan about 1 inch apart. You will use 2 sheet pans. With the bottom of your hand, gently smush down the top. You want a slightly flat top to create a flatter top for when you frost the cookie.
- Bake the cookies for 11 minutes, let them cool before transferring to a cooling rack to finish cooling. While the cookies are cooling, make the buttercream.
For cream cheese frosting
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the butter and cream cheese. Cream on medium speed for about two minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Beat again for 2 more minutes.
- With the mixer on low speed, add the powdered sugar, followed by the vanilla, and salt. Beat on low just until mixed. Then turn the mixer to medium high speed and beat the mixture for 2-3 minutes.
- With a rubber spatula, fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, and no longer warm, frost the cookies.
- With a plastic bag or a piping bag, cut a medium size hole and frost the top of the cookie and decorate with extra sprinkles.
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