Homemade Star Cookies Recipe | 4th of July Cut-Out Cookies

Bake these easy homemade star cookies for your 4th of July celebration. Buttery cut-out stars decorated with vibrant red & blue sprinkles with tasty white frosting. This simple patriotic cookie recipe is perfect for summer parties and always a crowd favorite.

This classic buttery star-shaped cookie is decorated in red, white & blue. The perfect 4th of July and Memorial Day treat!

Homemade Star Cookies Recipe | 4th of July Cut-Out Cookies

Homemade Star Cookies are a delicious blend of sweetness and festive flair. Featuring crisp edges and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center, these easy-to-make star cookies are irresistible.

Cut into classic star shapes using simple cookie cutters, these treats can be adorned with bright red, white, or blue frosting, shimmering sprinkles, or sparkling sugar for a patriotic pop.

Ideal for patriotic celebrations, they bring a handmade touch to dessert tables and pair beautifully with everything from fresh lemonade to vanilla ice cream

Tips and variations for making these homemade star cookies:

● How many cookies this recipe yields for you depends on the size of your cookie cutter.
● Use sanding sugar instead of sprinkles.
● How to make colored sugar
● If you would like more frosting for your cookies, try this classic vanilla buttercream frosting recipe or this cream cheese frosting recipe.
● If you would like to color your frosting, add red food gel or blue food gel. It will make for a more vibrant color.
● How to Color Buttercream Frosting
● How to make vanilla extract.
● Butter in Baking: Essential Tips for Perfect Baked Goods
● This recipe is made with ingredients commonly found at your local grocery store
● You can freeze these cookies already baked in a single layer in an airtight container for up to two (2) months. Thaw at room temperature when you are ready to eat. Do not frost before freezing.

More dessert recipes for a patriotic cook-out that you may enjoy:

● Red, White, and Blue Pinwheel Cookies Recipe
● Fireworks Blondies Recipe
● Red, White, and Blue Pavlova Recipe

Homemade Star Cookies Recipe Ingredients:

Cookie Ingredients:

● 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
● 1½ cups Sugar
● 1 Egg
● 1 TBSP Vanilla Extract
● 2¼ cups All Purpose Flour
● ½ tsp Baking Powder
● ½ tsp Salt

Frosting Ingredients:

● ½ Cup Butter, softened
● 2oz Cream Cheese, softened
● 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
● 2½ cups Confectioners Sugar
● 3 TBSP Red, White and Blue Sprinkle Mix

Homemade Star Cookies Recipe Mise en Place:

● Parchment Paper
● Stand-up Mixer (paddle attachment, whisk attachment, large bowl, etc.) or Electric Hand Mixer (electric mixer)
● Measuring Cup
● Measuring Spoons
● Rubber Spatula
● Rolling Pin
● Star Cookie Cutters
● Piping Bag or Disposable Decorating Bag
● Cookie Spatula
● Wire Baking Rack

Homemade Star Cookies Recipe Directions:

● Preheat oven to 350°.
● Line baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
● Using a stand mixer, beat together unsalted butter and sugar,
● Mix in egg and vanilla; beat well.

● Gradually add in flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until a thick dough is formed.

● Roll out dough on a flat, floured surface a rolling pin.

● Use a star cookie-cutter to cut out star shapes by pressing firmly into the dough.
● Transfer star cut outs to the parchment lined cookie sheet.
● Bake at 350° 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
● Remove cookies from oven, transfer to a wire baking rack. Allow cookies to cool completely.

● Use your smaller star cookie cutter to make an indent in your large star cookies.

● To make the frosting:
● Cream together butter and cream cheese.
● Add vanilla extract; mix well.
● Gradually add in confectioners sugar; mix well.

● Using a straight tip, fill piping bag or disposable decorating bag with frosting. Trace star indent with frosting, fill in small star with more frosting.

● Top with red, white and blue sprinkles.
● Allow frosting to dry before serving.

● Makes 36 Star Cookies

Yield: 35

Homemade Star Cookies Recipe | 4th of July Cut-Out Cookies

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Homemade Star Cookies Recipe | 4th of July Cut-Out Cookies. This easy-to-make classic buttery star-shaped cookie is decorated in red, white & blue. The perfect 4th of July and Memorial Day treat!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 20 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

Cookie Ingredients:

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• 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
• 1½ cups Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
• 2¼ cups All-Purpose Flour
• ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
• ½ teaspoon Salt

Frosting Ingredients:

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• ½ cup Butter, softened
• 2 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
• 2½ cups Confectioners Sugar
• 3 Tablespoons Red, White and Blue Sprinkle Mix

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
3. Using the large bowl of a stand mixer, beat together unsalted butter and sugar.
4. Mix in egg and vanilla; beat well.
5. Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until a thick dough forms.
6. Roll out dough on a flat, floured surface with a rolling pin.
7. Use a star cookie-cutter to cut out star shapes by pressing firmly into the dough.
8. Transfer star cutouts to the parchment-lined cookie sheet.
9. Bake in a preheated 350° fareinheight oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
10. Remove the star cookies from the oven and transfer to a wire baking rack.
11. Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting.
12. Use your smaller star cookie cutter to make an indent in your large star cookies.
13. To make the frosting:
14. Cream together butter and cream cheese.
15. Add vanilla extract; mix well.
16. Gradually add confectioners' sugar; mix well.
17. Using a straight tip, fill the piping bag (or disposable decorating bag) with frosting. Trace a star indent with frosting, then fill in the small star with more frosting.
18. Top with red, white, and blue sprinkles.
19. Allow frosting to dry before serving.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

36

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 250Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 69mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 0gSugar: 27gProtein: 2g

Note: for exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information provided is simply a guideline.

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