Easy American Flag Cookie Cake Recipe for 4th of July
Celebrate the 4th of July with a show-stopping dessert: an American Flag Cookie Cake! This quick and easy recipe features a buttery shortbread cookie base, tangy cream cheese frosting, and fresh, vibrant berries. It’s the perfect patriotic treat to impress your guests.
Every year for the 4th of July, I love to create a red, white, and blue dessert. In the past, I’ve made a classic American flag cake with silky buttercream frosting and the freshest seasonal berries. However, this year, I wanted to try something different. I decided to swap the traditional cake batter for a delicious shortbread cookie dough, resulting in a delightful twist on the iconic Independence Day dessert. Say hello to the American Flag Cookie Cake! It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Creating the American Flag Design on Your Cookie Cake
This updated take on a 4th of July favorite features a buttery and crumbly shortbread cookie base. The cookie is then generously topped with a tangy and delightful cream cheese frosting. To bring the American flag design to life, we use the creamy frosting and vibrant fresh raspberries to create the iconic red and white stripes. For the stars, juicy blueberries take center stage, accented with the sweetness of white chocolate chips. The combination of flavors and textures creates a truly unforgettable dessert experience.
Making Your Flag Cookie Cake in Advance
Yes, you can! The secret to successful make-ahead baking is to break down the preparation into separate steps and assemble just before serving. Here’s how to prepare this American Flag Cookie Cake up to 48 hours in advance:
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Bake the cookie base: Allow it to cool completely. Wrap it tightly with
plastic wrap to maintain its freshness. -
Prepare the cream cheese frosting: Wrap it securely with plastic wrap and
refrigerate. This will keep it fresh and prevent it from drying out. -
Prepare the berries: Gently wash and thoroughly dry all berries. Store them
in containers lined with paper towels to absorb any excess moisture. -
Assemble and decorate: When you are ready to serve the cake, allow the
frosting to come to room temperature or briefly beat it again in a stand mixer to
restore its creamy consistency. Spread the frosting evenly over the cookie base and
decorate with the berries and white chocolate chips in the American flag pattern.
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American Flag Cookie Cake
shortbread cookie base, tangy cream cheese frosting and fresh berries.
Kelly Senyei
