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4th of July Cookies

4th of July Cookies
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Celebrate Independence Day with these vibrant 4th of July Cookies! Bursting with red, white, and blue colors, these soft and chewy delights are perfect for any summer gathering. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or attending a picnic, these cookies will impress your guests with their delicious chocolatey flavor and festive appearance. Easy to make, even novice bakers can create these stunning treats that are not only fun to eat but also visually appealing. Customize the sizes and decorations to suit your celebration and enjoy a sweet reminder of America’s birthday.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 tsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup cold, unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed (dark or light)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 3 cups milk chocolate chips
  • red and blue gel food coloring
  • edible glitter stars

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flours, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream together the cold butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; fold in chocolate chips.
  6. Divide dough into three sections; color two with gel food coloring (red and blue).
  7. Roll each section into logs and combine them into one uniform log.
  8. Cut into desired cookie sizes, place on sheets, and bake for about 10 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  9. Let cool before decorating with edible glitter stars.

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