Light up your 4th of July with this Patriotic Funfetti Sugar Cookie Cake! With festive sprinkles and creamy frosting, it’s the perfect dessert to make your celebration extra sweet.
Last week, I had the pleasure of sharing this festive Patriotic Funfetti Sugar Cookie Cake over at Confessions of a Confectionista, and now I’m thrilled to bring the recipe here! If you’ve never tried making a cookie cake, it’s an absolute must—they’re so simple and fun.
I’ve previously made an M&M chocolate chip cookie cake and a peanut butter cookie cake, both of which turned out amazing. This time, I decided to go with a sugar cookie base that’s absolutely perfect for celebrating the 4th of July and making our country’s birthday extra special!
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Why We Love This Cookie Cake
- Bake this Fourth of July Cookie Cake for your barbecue, potluck, or summer party!
- Keeps well, making it ideal for prepping ahead.
- Adaptable for other holidays with different sprinkles.
Recipe Ingredients
Butter – Room temperature, creates a soft, tender cookie cake while adding a buttery richness.
Egg + Egg Yolk – Adds moisture and richness, creating a soft and chewy texture.
Red, White, and Blue Jimmies – Fun, festive sprinkles that make this cookie cake perfect for the 4th of July!
For a full list of ingredients and amounts, see the recipe card below.
Variations
Oreo Crumble Topping – Crush Oreos and sprinkle them on top of the frosting for a crunchy, cookies-and-cream variation.
Dairy-Free Option – Replace butter with a dairy-free alternative like plant-based margarine and use non-dairy milk for the frosting.
How to Make Patriotic Funfetti Sugar Cookie Cake
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line the bottom of a giant round cookie pan (or an 8×8, 9×9, 9″ pie pan) with parchment paper. Lightly spray the edges of the pan with baking spray, and set aside.
Step 2: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the butter, sugar, and extracts until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add one egg, mix, then add the egg yolk and mix until combined.
Step 3: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch. With mixing speed on low, gradually add to wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Step 4: Remove the bowl from the stand and fold in the sprinkles. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Smooth out and add a few more sprinkles on top. Place in oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top turns golden brown in color. Remove and place the pan on a cooling rack.
Step 5: Allow to cool for 30 minutes before removing from pan and frosting. Meanwhile, to prepare the cream cheese frosting, in the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together butter, vanilla, heavy cream, and salt. With mixing speed on low, gradually add powdered sugar. Turn the speed up to high and beat until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Tint with food coloring if desired.
Step 6: Pipe frosting around the edges of the cake using a large decorating tip. If desired, use a smaller decorating tip, and pipe lettering in the center of the cake. Garnish with additional sprinkles.
Expert Tips
Measure Flour Correctly – Use the spoon-and-level method to avoid adding too much flour, which can make the cake dense and dry.
Mix Sprinkles by Hand – Fold the sprinkles into the dough by hand instead of using a mixer to prevent the colors from bleeding.
FAQs
Yes! Mix blue M&Ms, rainbow sprinkles, and white chocolate chips into the batter, or sprinkle them on top before baking for bursts of color, texture, and creamy sweetness, perfect for a festive twist!
No, chilling is not necessary for this recipe since the dough is baked in a pan, which helps contain spreading and maintain thickness.
Storage Information
To STORE your leftover Funfetti Cookie Cake, place it in an airtight container. Keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap unfrosted slices tightly in plastic wrap and a freezer-safe bag or container, then FREEZE for up to 3 months.
Thaw at room temperature before frosting or serving. To enjoy a warm slice, REHEAT in the microwave for 10–15 seconds. Note that freezing may slightly alter the texture, so frost after reheating, if needed.
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Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter - room temperature
- 1 egg + 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 1/3 cup red, white, and blue jimmies
Frosting
- 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup (1 ½ sticks) butter - room temperature
- 1 Tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line the bottom of a giant round cookie pan (or an 8×8, 9×9, 9" pie pan) with parchment paper. Lightly spray the edges of the pan with baking spray, and set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the butter, sugar, and extracts until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add one egg, mix, then add the egg yolk and mix until combined.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch. With mixing speed on low, gradually add to wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Remove the bowl from the stand and fold in the sprinkles. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Smooth out and add a few more sprinkles on top. Place in oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top turns golden brown in color. Remove and place the pan on a cooling rack.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes before removing from the pan and frosting. Meanwhile, to prepare the cream cheese frosting, in the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together butter, vanilla, heavy cream, and salt. With mixing speed on low, gradually add powdered sugar. Turn the speed up to high and beat until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Tint with food coloring if desired.
- Pipe frosting around the edges of the cake using a large decorating tip. If desired, use a smaller decorating tip, and pipe lettering in the center of the cake. Garnish with additional sprinkles.
My family LOVED this recipe! We will be making it for every 4th of July!
Can I use this dough recipe and make normal sized cookies?
Yes, but the cooking time will be less, so watch them carefully so you don’t burn them.