4th of July Cookie Ideas

Soft, chewy Chocolate Chip Cutout Cookies are a fun twist on the classic—no chilling, no spreading, just perfect cookie-cutter shapes that taste like your favorite chocolate chip cookies. Great for decorating (or not!) for the 4th of July or any holiday.

Red, white, and blue pinwheel cookies look impressive but are surprisingly easy to make with sugar cookie dough and vibrant patriotic colors. They hold up well in warm weather, making them perfect for picnics and barbecues.

Red Velvet Cutout Cookies are bright, festive, and full of rich, subtle chocolate flavor—and they bake up with clean edges and no chilling required. Decorate with cream cheese frosting and red, white, and blue sprinkles, or enjoy as-is for a fun and colorful 4th of July treat.

Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies are no-bake, fun-to-make treats that taste like s’mores and come together in minutes with just 4 ingredients. They're perfect for the 4th of July—get the kids involved, add some festive sprinkles, and enjoy a quick, crowd-pleasing treat!

These no-bake firecracker cookies are topped with red, white, and blue icing and a little licorice “fuse” for a playful touch. They’re a quick and festive dessert that kids can help decorate.

Chewy red, white, and blue M&M cookies are buttery, festive, and super easy to make—no chill time needed and ready in under 30 minutes. Easy cookie recipe and a fun, simple treat for your 4th of July or Memorial Day party.

Easy air fryer cookies are perfect for your 4th of July celebration, with soft centers, crisp edges, and patriotic sprinkles. They bake in minutes and are great for when you don’t want to turn on the oven.

Brown butter s’mores cookies take everything you love about a campfire treat and turn it into a gooey, golden brown cookie. They’re a crowd-pleaser for any summer party or 4th of July gathering.

This red, white, and blue sour cream sugar cookie recipe makes soft, buttery, and festive cookies with patriotic sprinkles. The tangy cream cheese frosting makes these 4th of July sugar cookies especially delicious and fun to decorate with kids. 

Red velvet thumbprint cookies are made from cake mix and filled with blueberry jam, then drizzled with white chocolate and topped with star sprinkles. They’re bright, festive, and incredibly easy to make with simple ingredients.

Homemade ice cream cookie sandwiches are a fun summer dessert made with funfetti cake mix cookies and your favorite ice cream. Add extra sprinkles for even more fun and to turn them into a cool treat for your July 4th celebration.

Patriotic cake mix cookie bars come together in minutes and are soft, sweet, and full of festive color. Great for kids to help make, they’re a fun dessert to bring to a barbecue or fireworks party.

Chocolate-covered Oreos are dipped in white chocolate and decorated with red, white, and blue sprinkles. These delicious patriotic cookies are no-bake, easy to customize, and perfect for kids to help with.

Soft pinwheel cookies are coated in colorful sanding sugar and shaped into perfect spirals for a standout addition to your holiday cookie tray. They're fun to make and even more fun to eat.

Airy, melt-in-your-mouth meringue cookies are made with red, white, and blue swirls, and a little candy pop for surprise fun. These easy cookies are the perfect treat for your Fourth of July celebration or any patriotic holiday. 

Patriotic Monster Cookies are loaded with oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and red, white, and blue M&Ms. These soft, chewy cookies are hearty, colorful, and easy to pack for 4th of July picnics and summer potlucks. 

Donut cookies are easy 4th of July cookies frosted and decorated with red, white, and blue for a fun, festive twist on a classic treat. Kids will love helping decorate these playful cookies for your July 4th celebration.

This red, white, and blue sugar cookie platter is arranged to look like the American flag, with soft sugar cookies cut with star cookie cutters and decorated with buttercream frosting. It’s an impressive, easy 4th of july dessert for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or any patriotic gathering.

These soft lemon crinkle cookies are full of the bright citrus flavor of fresh lemon juice and lemon zest and dusted in powdered sugar for a sweet, crackled finish. They’re perfect for summer and add a fresh, zesty bite to your dessert table.

These s’mores cookie bars combine chocolate chip cookie dough, graham crackers, and gooey marshmallows into one irresistible treat. They’re easy to cut and serve, making them perfect for summer parties.

These red, white, and blue thumbprint cookies are filled with colorful jam and topped with festive sprinkles. They’re a fun and simple way to celebrate Independence Day with homemade cookies.

These old-fashioned sour cream cookies are soft, fluffy, and topped with colorful frosting and sprinkles. The tang from the sour cream gives them a nostalgic flavor that’s perfect for any celebration.

These 5-ingredient peanut butter oatmeal cookies are flourless, naturally gluten-free, and packed with chocolate chips. It's an easy recipe and a great option if you’re looking for a better-for-you treat for your summer dessert spread.

These lemon blueberry cookies are soft and chewy with bright lemon flavor, white chocolate chips, and naturally purple dough from the berries. A fun twist for a 4th of July party—especially when you want to add some blue cookies to the table.

These fun summer sugar cookie ideas include everything from watermelon and ice cream shapes to grill-themed designs. They’re perfect for 4th of July parties, backyard BBQs, and anyone who loves cookies with vacation vibes.