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4th of July Fireworks Cookies

4th of July Fireworks Cookies

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Celebrate summer with vibrant 4th of July Fireworks Cookies! Soft & colorful treats perfect for any gathering—try this festive recipe today!

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups Oreo cookie chunks
  • 3/4 cup red, white & blue M&Ms, divided
  • 1/2 cup red, white & blue sprinkles, divided

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, softened butter, and cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add in the egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Gently fold in the Oreo chunks, half of the M&Ms, and half of the sprinkles into the dough.
  4. Chill the dough for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough onto the baking sheet with enough space between each ball.
  7. Press additional M&Ms and sprinkles on top before baking for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for two minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

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