Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Cookies (4th of July Sugar Cookies)
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Are you ready for this?! These Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Cookies are thick, buttery, soft sugar cookies piled high with swoopy vanilla buttercream and the most festive burst of red, white, and blue sprinkles. They bring instant celebration energy to every 4th of July BBQ, picnic, and fireworks party. One bite of that soft, chewy center with all that creamy frosting and you’ll be reaching for more red, white and blue cookies before you even finish the first!
More Crumbl copycat sugar cookies include these Mermaid Crumbl Cookies, Crumbl Churro Cookies and these CopyCat Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies!
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Celebrating the 4th + Honoring Military Families
The 4th of July is basically one big excuse to gather your favorite people, fire up the grill, blast the music, and celebrate all things red, white, and blue. From backyard BBQs to sparkler-filled nights, it’s a holiday made for fun and a moment to appreciate the military members and families who make these freedoms possible. These 4th of July sugar cookies fit right into the celebration: bright, festive, and the kind of treat that disappears the second you set them down.
You’ll also love these Patriotic Red, White & Blue Cupcakes and these 4th of July Oreo Truffles for your Independence Day spread!
Why You’ll Love These Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Cookies
- Thick, soft, and SO buttery! That signature Crumbl-style chew is here. The centers stay pillowy while the edges get just a little crinkly and golden.
- The vanilla buttercream is incredible. Creamy, fluffy, and not too sweet. You’ll want to eat it with a spoon!
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles make everything a party. These cookies are festive, fun, and completely share-worthy.
- Simple ingredients, no fancy tools! If you can cream butter and sugar, you’ve got this.
- 12 big, bakery-sized cookies. Plenty to go around at any celebration (or not, I won’t judge).
Ingredients for Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Sugar Cookies
Here’s everything you need for these red white and blue cookies! 🙂
Prep 20 min · Cook 9-11 min · Serves 12 large cookies
Patriotic Sugar Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Patriotic Sprinkle Toppings
- Red, white & blue sprinkles
How to Make Patriotic Crumbl Cookies
Make the 4th of July Sugar Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream 1 cup cold cubed butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a stand mixer or hand mixer.
- Mix in 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract until combined.
- Add 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop large ¼-cup or ⅓-cup dough balls. Roll smooth and slightly flatten the tops.
- Bake 9-11 minutes for ¼-cup cookies, or 11-13 minutes for larger ⅓-cup cookies. The edges should look set while the centers stay soft and pale.
- Let cookies cool completely on the pan before frosting. They’ll firm up as they cool!
Whip Up the Vanilla Buttercream
- Beat ½ cup softened butter until creamy.
- Add 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon heavy cream.
- Beat until smooth and fluffy, adding more cream only if needed for a thick, spreadable consistency.
Decorating Your 4th of July Frosted Crumbl Cookies
- Spread or use a piping bag filled with frosting to pipe a generous swirl of vanilla buttercream on each cooled cookie.
- Add red, white & blue sprinkles immediately so they stick to the frosting.
That’s it! So simple and such pretty red, white and blue cookies!
Tips for the Best Patriotic Crumbl Cookies
- Use COLD butter for the dough. This is the secret to thick, tall Crumbl-style cookies that don’t spread too thin. Cut it into small cubes and cream it with the sugar until fluffy. I’m telling you, this step makes all the difference.
- Don’t overbake! Pull them out when the edges look set but the centers still look slightly underdone. They’ll firm up as they cool and stay soft inside. Trust me on this one 🙂
- Cool completely before frosting. I know it’s tempting, but warm cookies will melt that buttercream right off. Patience pays off here!
- Start with 1 tablespoon of cream for the frosting. You can always add more, but you want it thick and spreadable, not runny.
- Press sprinkles on right after frosting each cookie. Once the buttercream starts setting, they won’t stick as well.
Also, if you love Crumbl-style cookies, you absolutely need our Crumbl Sugar Cookies Recipe! Plus, check out these Red White & Blue Puppy Chow for more patriotic snacking!
Variations for Your Patriotic Frosted Sugar Cookies
- Cream cheese frosting: Swap the buttercream for cream cheese frosting. Add 4 oz softened cream cheese to the butter and reduce the powdered sugar by ½ cup. So tangy and good!
- Almond extract twist: Add ½ teaspoon almond extract to the cookie dough along with the vanilla. It gives a really nice bakery flavor.
- Sprinkles in the dough: Fold ⅓ cup of patriotic sprinkles right into the cookie dough before baking for color throughout every bite.
- Mini cookies: Use a 2-tablespoon scoop for smaller cookies. Reduce bake time to 7-8 minutes. Great for kid parties!
- Switch up the holiday: Change the sprinkle colors for Memorial Day, Labor Day, or a military homecoming celebration!
How to Store Frosted Patriotic Crumbl Cookies
- Store frosted cookies in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need to stack them, place parchment paper between layers so the frosting doesn’t stick.
- For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days. Let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving so the buttercream softens up again.
- To freeze, place unfrosted cookies in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature and frost when you’re ready to serve. The buttercream can also be made ahead and kept in the fridge for up to a week. Just re-whip it before using!
Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Cookies FAQs
Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time?
Yes! Scoop the dough balls and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. If baking from frozen, add 1-2 minutes to the bake time. No need to thaw first.
Why did my Crumbl cookies spread too flat?
The most common reason is using soft or melted butter instead of cold, cubed butter. Crumbl-style cookies need that cold butter creamed with sugar for height and thickness. Also double-check that your baking powder and baking soda haven’t expired.
Can I use store-bought frosting for these 4th of July sugar cookies?
Absolutely! A tub of vanilla frosting works great when you’re short on time. Just pile it on thick and add your sprinkles right away.
How big should each cookie be?
For that signature Crumbl-sized cookie, use a ¼-cup or ⅓-cup scoop. The ¼-cup gives you a standard large cookie, while the ⅓-cup gives you those oversized bakery cookies everyone loves.
So, are you ready to bake the most festive batch of Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Cookies for your 4th of July celebration? Thick, buttery, soft, loaded with creamy vanilla buttercream and all the red, white, and blue sprinkles your heart desires. These are the 4th of July sugar cookies everyone will be talking about! Let’s get baking!
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More 4th of July Desserts to Try
- 4th of July Cherry Bomb Cupcakes
- Patriotic Red, White & Blue Cupcakes (Easy Festive Dessert)
- Red White & Blue Puppy Chow
- Loaded Patriotic Chocolate Cookies
- Patriotic M&M Party Cookie Bars
Patriotic Frosted Crumbl Cookies
Equipment
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer (hand or stand)
- 1/4-cup or 1/3-cup cookie scoop
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Toppings
- Red white & blue sprinkles
Instructions
Make the Sugar Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream 1 cup cold cubed butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract until combined.
- Add 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop large 1/4-cup or 1/3-cup dough balls. Roll smooth and slightly flatten the tops.
- Bake 9-11 minutes for 1/4-cup cookies, or 11-13 minutes for larger 1/3-cup cookies. Edges should look set while centers stay soft and pale.
- Let cookies cool completely on the pan before frosting.
Make the Vanilla Buttercream
- Beat 1/2 cup softened butter until creamy.
- Add 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon heavy cream.
- Beat until smooth and fluffy, adding more cream only if needed for a thick, spreadable consistency.
Decorate
- Spread or pipe a generous swirl of vanilla buttercream on each cooled cookie.
- Add red, white & blue sprinkles immediately so they stick to the frosting.
Notes
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