Star and Stripes Vanilla Cookie Recipe

1 package of vanilla sandwich crème cookies

8 oz vanilla-flavored candy coating, cut up

2 tablespoons shortening

Red and blue sprinkles

Lollipop or popsicle sticks

In small heavy saucepan, melt candy coating and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in desired food coloring.

Dip cookies, one at a time, in melted candy coating, allowing excess to drip off. Place on piece of wax paper.

Sprinkle generously with red and blue sprinkles. Let stand at least 15 minutes or until candy-coating sets up.

Remove cookies from wax paper, and gently push a lollipop stick into the cookie.

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Yvonne Wonder is an author, entrepreneur, and founder of Destination Sitters, LLC, a national babysitting referral service supporting traveling families across 21 U.S. cities. With more than 35 years of entrepreneurial experience—and 17 years dedicated to childcare in the travel sector—Yvonne brings a unique blend of expertise, creativity, and heart to everything she writes. She is the author of Mrs. Claus Saves Christmas, The Top 5 Tricks to Traveling With Kids That Will Change Your Life, and 26 Comfort Foods & Their History for Kids in the Kitchen. As a mom, she writes with warmth, real-world insight, and a deep belief that family moments matter most—whether at home or on the road. Through her leadership at Destination Sitters, Yvonne works with 6K+ hotels, wedding planners, and event professionals nationwide, all with one mission in mind: giving parents peace of mind while their children are cared for safely, joyfully, and professionally during travel.