Description
Bomb Pop Cookies are a festive, colorful treat that captures the essence of summer fun. Inspired by the iconic Bomb Pop ice cream, these cookies feature vibrant red, white, and blue hues and a delightful blend of cherry, raspberry, and lemon flavors. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or any celebration, these easy-to-make cookies will surely impress both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re serving them at a Fourth of July gathering or as a fun dessert for a birthday party, Bomb Pop Cookies are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 2–3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red and blue paste food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon each cherry, raspberry, and lemon extract
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter with confectioners' sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and canola oil; mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed mixture until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into three equal portions; color one red with cherry extract, another blue with raspberry extract, and leave the last untinted but add lemon extract.
- Shape each portion into a log; refrigerate for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice logs into 1/4-inch thick cookies and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until set; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg