These 4th of July cookie ideas are a fun way to add some red, white and blue treats to your Independence Day celebration. They are all easy recipes that look patriotic and will make your gathering even more special.
If you’re looking to add some red, white and blue treats to your 4th of July or Memorial Day celebration, you’re in the right place.
I’ve gathered a bunch of creative and easy recipes for patriotic cookies that will wow your guests and make your party extra special.
Whether you want something colorful, something chocolatey, or a little bit of both, these 4th of July cookie ideas are sure to inspire your baking.
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Try these cutout shortbread cookies if you want a sweet, buttery treat that everyone loves. Cut them into circles and stars. Then decorate with red and blue sprinkles or patriotic M&Ms to give them a patriotic 4th of July look.
Image credit: Stacey Rodriguez @ In The Kids Kitchen These patriotic surfboard sugar cookies are sweet, vanilla-flavored treats that are easy to make ahead, so you can focus on the party. Their bright red, white, and blue colors and surfboard theme make them perfect for celebrating Independence Day at the beach.
This sugar cookie fruit pizza is a great choice for a 4th of July summer cookout. It’s super easy to make ahead, and the fresh fruit and creamy topping make it a colorful centerpiece that everyone will love.
Image credit: Carlee @ Cooking With Carlee Or you can go with these cookie bars in the shape of an American flag. They’re a simple way to add a patriotic touch to your table and serve fresh blueberries and raspberries. Plus, the vanilla frosting makes them sweet and kid-friendly.
Image credit: Krystle Smith @ Baking Beauty Try these red, white and blue whoopie pies if you want a fun, colorful dessert that’s easy to serve at a Fourth of July party. The marshmallow frosting sandwiched between soft, chocolatey cookies makes them a sweet treat everyone will love.
Image credit: Nicole @ Simply Scrumptious Eats For a festive, make-ahead treat for your Fourth of July party, these fruit-topped sugar cookies are a great choice. The red and blue berries combined with the white icing gives them all the patriotic color you need.
Image credit: Kim Lange @ The Baking Chocolatess When you want a rich chocolate treat, these patriotic cookies are a good call. They’re loaded with dark chocolate and bright red, white and blue candies. Which makes them perfect for your 4th of July or Memorial Day celebration.
Image credit: Kanwaldeep Kaur @ Live Laugh Love With Me Or for a little less chocolate, try these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that also use red and blue M&Ms. They are super easy to make and add a fun, patriotic look to a cookie tray. Since they don’t melt in the heat, they’re a great addition to your 4th of July cookout menu.
Image credit: Vee @ Hip Hoo-Rae For a quick, kid-friendly treat that looks festive, these white chocolate covered Oreos with red, white and blue decorations are a good choice. They’re easy to make in just 20 minutes and who doesn’t love Oreos?.
Image credit: Denay DeGuzman @ Confetti and Bliss These patriotic meringue cookies made with vibrant red, white and blue streaks, plus edible gold stars, are another fun 4th of July cookie idea. They’re light, sweet, and easy to store for up to a week so you can prepare them in advance.
Image credit: Erin Indahl-Fink @ Delightful E Made These sugar cookie bars use buttercream frosting and colorful sprinkles in the cookies. So you get patriotic colors all the way through every bite.
Image credit: Tiffany @ Saving Talents With these sour cream sugar cookies, you get a sweet treat that looks festive with red, white and blue frosting. Kids will enjoy helping to cut out the stars and flags, making it a fun family activity.
Image credit: Cheesecake @ Cheese Cake It Is Try these cheesecake bars if you want a sweet, colorful dessert that’s easy to bake and makes a big impact. The red, white and blue M&Ms add a fun pop of color, making them a great choice for a 4th of July party or BBQ.
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