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4th of July Sugar Cookies

Delectable 4th of July Sugar Cookies Everyone Will Love

These 4th of July Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and topped with festive frosting, perfect for any summer celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 6 tablespoons Salted Vegan Butter use regular butter if not dairy-free
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the cookies
  • 1 Egg can be replaced with a flax egg for a vegan substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for best results
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder a leavening agent essential for softness
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda works with baking powder for perfect rise
  • 1 ½ cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour all-purpose flour can be used if gluten-free isn’t needed
  • ½ cup Festive Sprinkles choose gluten-free sprinkles for dietary concerns
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • ½ cup Vegan Butter use regular butter if not dairy-free
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sift for smoother texture
  • 2-3 tablespoons Non-Dairy Milk adjust as necessary for desired consistency

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for 4th of July Sugar Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the salted vegan butter and granulated sugar on medium speed for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in the baking powder, baking soda, and gluten-free flour until a thick dough forms.
  5. Scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 1-2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set and tops are slightly soft.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. Prepare the buttercream frosting by mixing vegan butter, powdered sugar, and non-dairy milk until smooth.
  9. Once cooled, frost the cookies and add sprinkles while the icing is still wet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy these cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

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