Patriotic Crinkle Cookies
Patriotic Crinkle Cookies are a cheerful, soft-baked treat with a festive red, white, and blue look. They are simple to make, fun to share, and always bring a little extra color to the dessert table.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 hand mixer or stand mixer
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Wire rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
- red food coloring as needed
- blue food coloring as needed
- 1 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl so everything is evenly combined.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture looks light and fluffy. This helps give the cookies a soft texture.
- Mix in the eggs and alcohol-free vanilla extract until smooth.
- Divide the dough into portions, then tint each one with red or blue food coloring. Leave one portion plain for the white layer.
- Scoop and layer the dough as desired, then roll each cookie well in powdered sugar so the tops crack beautifully in the oven.
- Bake until the edges are set and the centers still look soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough briefly can make it easier to handle, especially if the colors are soft and sticky. Use plenty of powdered sugar for the best crinkle effect, and avoid overbaking so the centers stay tender.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies in a sealed container, then thaw at room temperature before serving.