Here’s a big, celebratory, and detailed recipe for a 4th of July

 Cookie Cake—complete with an introduction, ingredients, instructions, history, methods, a touch of storytelling, and even a little love! 🇺🇸🍪🎆

4th of July Cookie Cake: A Patriotic Dessert to Share with Loved Ones

Introduction

The 4th of July Cookie

 Cake is the perfect union of celebration, nostalgia, and sweetness. Inspired by the red, white, and blue colors of American Independence Day, this festive treat combines the chewy delight of a chocolate chip cookie with the colorful crunch of M&M’s and sprinkles. It’s not just a dessert—it’s a tribute to freedom, fireworks, and family.

Whether you’re gathering around the grill, laying out on a picnic blanket, or watching fireworks with the people you love, this cookie cake is guaranteed to draw smiles and spark joy.

A Slice of History: Where Cookie Cakes Began

Cookie cakes rose to popularity in the 1980s, thanks to creative bakers who wanted the best of both worlds—a cookie and a cake. These thick, gooey, oversized cookies became staples at birthdays and celebrations, often decorated like a cake but with the chewy richness of a giant cookie. Now, with patriotic colors and festive sprinkles, the cookie cake gets a 4th of July makeover worthy of Lady Liberty herself.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Cake:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon table salt
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup red, white, and blue mini M&M’s
• 1/4 cup red, white, and blue jimmies (sprinkles)

For the Frosting:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• Pinch of salt
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream (or milk for a lighter texture)
• Extra patriotic sprinkles for garnish

Instructions & Methods

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