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4th of July M&M Cookies – Soft Patriotic Cake Batter Cookies Recipe

Easy Red White and Blue M&M Cookies Recipe

Bright, festive, and incredibly easy to make, these 4th of July Cake Mix Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat. Made with simple pantry ingredients, these soft and chewy cookies are packed with red, white, and blue M&M’s for a fun patriotic touch. Using cake mix keeps the process quick and foolproof, perfect for busy summer celebrations. Each bite delivers a delicious mix of sweetness, color, and texture that both kids and adults will love. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or heading to a party, these easy red white and blue cookies are guaranteed to disappear fast and become a new holiday favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course: Dessert, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

This festive cookie recipe comes together with simple pantry staples, plus a few fun mix-ins for that signature holiday look. Bright candies and sprinkles give each cookie its colorful “fireworks” vibe.
  • White cake mix use the dry mix only
  • Unsalted butter softened
  • Cream cheese softened for smooth mixing
  • Egg to bind the dough
  • Vanilla extract for added flavor
  • Cream-filled cookies like sandwich cookies for that cookies-and-cream twist
  • Red white, and blue M&M’s for color and crunch
  • Patriotic sprinkles star-shaped or mixed

Method
 

    1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, cream cheese, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a soft, smooth dough forms.
    2. Fold in the crushed sandwich cookies along with the colorful candies and sprinkles.
    3. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour—this helps the cookies stay thick and fluffy when baked.
    4. Scoop the dough into evenly sized portions (about 24 pieces) and place them on a lined baking sheet.
    5. Bake until set, then let the cookies rest on the pan briefly before transferring them to cool completely.

Notes

Helpful Tips

  • Go easy on mixing once the cookie chunks are added to keep those tasty pieces intact.
  • Use a cookie scoop to keep sizes uniform for even baking.
  • For extra festive flair, roll dough balls in sprinkles and press a few extra candies on top before baking.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft and fresh.