Want to be the belle of your July 4th BBQ? Bring these Red, White and Blue cookies! My bloggy friend Elena from Manwaring Moments shared this recipe with me years ago, and we made them soon after for a family July 4th picnic at the grandparents’ house. They were a big hit – my gourmet sister-in-law even loved them – high praise indeed! We have made them since for other patriotic celebrations here and there; we love this recipe!

A quick hint: don’t be daunted by the combo of dried cranberries, white chocolate chips and dried blueberries. Trust me. It works. Enjoy!

Red, White and Blue Cookies

1 1/2 c melted butter (real, salted butter)
2 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
Cream together.

Then add:
2 eggs
2 egg yolks
1 tsp. vanilla
Mix until light and fluffy.

Add:
4 c. flour (this is a fairly soft dough, but if it seems really wet, add a little more.)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
Mix together.

Then add:
1 package white chocolate chips
1/2 package dried blueberries (add more berries if you like)
1/2 package dried cranberries

Bake at 325 degrees for 12-14 minutes, let cool on pan before removing. (Helps keep them soft.)