13 Fourth of July Cookie Recipes for a Star Spangled Celebration

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Celebrating the Fourth of July just wouldn’t be complete without a spread of festive, patriotic cookies. From backyard barbecues to neighborhood potlucks, these 13 Fourth of July Cookie Recipes are guaranteed to add a burst of red, white and blue to your celebration. This collection features everything from classic sugar cookies adorned with patriotic icing and sprinkles to showstopping layered creations and fruity, tart-infused treats. Get ready to wow your guests and honor the stars and stripes in the most delicious way possible with these easy to make, crowd pleasing Fourth of July Cookie Recipes that capture the spirit of the holiday in every bite.

4th of July Cookies with M&M’s

4th of July Cookies with M&M’s by If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen
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Red, White and Blue 4th of July Cookies are a festive way to celebrate Independence Day! This easy cookie recipe uses basic ingredients with colorful M&M chocolate candies and sprinkles. They’re the perfect treat to bring to your barbecue or holiday party!

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4th of July Cookies

4th of July Cookies by The Monday Box
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Thanks to those who defend and protect our country, we have the freedoms we enjoy in our country. Celebrate the patriotic holidays with crunchy, festive 4th of July Cookies, sparkling with sugar and swirled with red, white, and blue.

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4th of July Cookies

4th of July Cookies by Lane and Grey Fare
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These 4th of July Cookies have a soft and chewy red velvet cookie base that’s filled with blue sprinkles. They are then topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting and more festive sprinkles! With a stunning deep red hue, these red velvet cream cheese cookies are the most gorgeous little holiday treats and they taste just like mini red velvet cakes! If that wasn’t enough, they’re gluten free, nut free, eggless and can easily be vegan! They’re a must try for you red velvet lovers!

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Patriotic Oreo Cream Cheese Truffles

Patriotic Oreo Cream Cheese Truffles by Easy Budget Recipes
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These Oreo Cream Cheese Truffles are the perfect sweet treat for Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day. They’re not only delicious and easy to make, but kids will love helping you create these festive treats! They’re a fun way to get everyone in the patriotic spirit!

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4th Of July M&M Cookie Bars

4th Of July M&M Cookie Bars by Kim Schob
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4th of July M&M Cookie Bars are the ultimate red, white, and blue dessert recipe. A homemade cookie bar that is stuffed with patriotic M&Ms and sprinkles and then drizzled with a white chocolate.

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Soft and Chewy Blueberry Lemon Cookies

Soft and Chewy Blueberry Lemon Cookies by Sweet Fix Baker
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Looking for the perfect cookie to brighten up your day? These Soft and Chewy Blueberry Lemon Cookies are just what you need! With a delicious combination of fresh blueberries and tangy fresh lemon juice, each bite offers a burst of flavor.

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Favorite M&M Pudding Cookies

Favorite M&M Pudding Cookies by Chew Out Loud
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These family favorite M&M Pudding Cookies are easy to make and are always the first cookies to disappear! Both dough and baked cookies freeze well, making these a party-perfect hit!

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4th of July Cake Mix Cookies

4th of July Cake Mix Cookies by Princess Pinky Girl
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These Fourth of July Cake Mix Cookies are a favorite way to turn a boring box of cake mix into a colorful batch of red, white, and blue Independence Day desserts.

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Patriotic Cheesecake Cookies

Patriotic Cheesecake Cookies by Yellow Bliss Road
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These Patriotic Cheesecake Cookies are an adorable version of our classic cookie. Created in a swirl of red, white and blue, they are the perfect dessert for Fourth of July!

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Patriotic Fruit Pizza Cookies

Patriotic Fruit Pizza Cookies by Homemade Hooplah
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Celebrate the red, white, and blue holidays with these festive Soft Butter Cookies topped with cream cheese frosting, chopped strawberries, and blueberries.

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Patriotic Sprinkle Cookies

Patriotic Sprinkle Cookies by The Happy Bakes
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These Patriotic Sprinkle Cookies are soft, chewy and full of red white and blue sprinkles. They’re perfect for celebrating 4th of July!

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Strawberry Sugar Cookies

Strawberry Sugar Cookies by Kristine in Between
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These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are a blend of golden-brown, slightly crispy exteriors and soft, chewy interiors that are generously sprinkled with bits of ripe, juicy strawberries. Each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and bursts of tartness, making these cookies irresistible.

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Soft 4th of July Sugar Cookies

Soft 4th of July Sugar Cookies by Borrowed Bites
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These 4th of July Sugar Cookies are ultra-thick and soft with a perfect crinkly edge and classic sugar cookie flavor. Topped with creamy vanilla buttercream and festive holiday sprinkles, they’re the easiest – and tastiest – Independence Day cookies out there. They’re also the perfect patriotic dessert for Memorial Day or Labor Day!

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I love to share recipes with real ingredients that are both sweet and savory (especially sweet:) My mission with Gimme From Scratch is to inspire you with recipes that will bring your families together in the kitchen. I'm introverted at heart but know how important socializing can be for maintaining good relationships, when writing not only am looking forward to sharing information - It's also building connections between readers who love good food as much as I do!

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