Patriotic Star Cookies
Celebrate your next gathering with delightful Patriotic Star Cookies! These festive, star-shaped treats are not only visually striking but also a joy to make. Perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to barbecues, these cookies feature a buttery base topped with colorful fondant and frosting that will surely be a hit among family and friends. Their easy preparation invites bakers of all skill levels to join in the fun, making them a wonderful activity for kids and adults alike. Customizable decorations allow you to unleash your creativity while ensuring these cookies become the centerpiece of your dessert table. Get ready to impress with this charming recipe!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sugar
- 10 Tbsp softened butter
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 egg and 1 egg white
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- Vanilla frosting (or homemade)
- Red and blue fondant
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add one whole egg, one egg white, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until a thick dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on parchment paper to about ¼ inch thick; cut into star shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden; cool completely on a wire rack.
- Decorate cooled cookies with frosting and fondant stars as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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