4th of July Firecracker Cookies for Kids
Hi everyone! I'm Nicole, Annette's web-manager and friend. I'm guest-posting today just in time for my second favorite holiday, the 4th of July!For as long as I can remember, July 4th has been a special holiday for me. I love the patriotic attitude, the fireworks, and of course, the food! Since 2009, I've spent every 4th of July on the Florida Panhandle with my husband's family. Over the years, the family has grown, and there are a lot more kids than there once were. Because of that, I've started to look for things that can both entertain the kiddos while pleasing their palates. After all, I'm not a regular aunt, I'm a COOL aunt!While at Target recently, I stumbled upon the cutest 4th of July decor in their dollar spot. Namely, these adorable metallic paper straws. I knew I wanted to incorporate them into our beach trip in some way. Taking a tip from Annette, I started thinking about how these straws could be used differently than just with cocktails (although nothing wrong with that!).
Then, BOOM! I had an idea: 4th of July firecracker cookies. What's more fun than food on a stick?! These stuffed cookies dipped in white chocolate serve a few fun purposes:
- Kids can get involved by decorating them with sprinkles.
- They make a darling centerpiece - just fill a festive vessel with dry rice!
- They're fun to eat!
Let me know if you give these a try, or save them for your food arsenal later this year. Simply swapping out icing and sprinkle colors means these can be used for just about any holiday!
4th of July Firecracker Cookies
You will need:
- Double stuffed sandwich cookies- White melting chocolate- Sprinkles/candies for decorating- Paper Straws
To prepare:
Begin by cutting your paper straws down. I snipped off about 3 inches. Set aside.
Place parchment paper on a cookie sheet. Set aside.
If you want to have multiple shades of icing, divide your chocolate into two (or more) microwave safe bowls, and melt it according to package directions. I melted mine in 30 second increments until smooth.
Add food coloring and mix well.
Dip your sandwich cookies into the icing, using a spoon to cover at least half of the cookie. Gently lay the cookie down on the cookie sheet and decorate!
Once your cookies are decorated, place the cookie sheet into your freezer for 15-20 minutes until icing is firm.
Remove from freezer.
Gently squeeze the top of your straw to make it flat at one tip. Insert this flat part slightly into the cookie (about 1/4 - 1/2 inch). Repeat with remaining cookies.
Place your firecracker cookies in a rice filled vessel until it's time to chow down and enjoy!
I hope you all have a safe and happy 4th of July holiday!
xo, Nicole