Fun Eagles Football Cookie Recipe

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Show your team spirit in the sweetest way with these Philadelphia Eagles Chocolate Chip Cookies. This recipe takes the classic chocolate chip cookie and gives it a fun twist by dividing the dough into three portions and coloring each with Eagles team colors. The result is eye-catching tri-colored cookies that taste as good as they look. Perfect for game day gatherings, Super Bowl parties, or any time you want to show your team pride through baking. The recipe starts with a traditional butter cookie base, enhanced with plenty of chocolate chips, and transforms into impressive team-colored treats that are sure to be a hit with fans of all ages.
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Updated on Mon, 17 Feb 2025 17:58:52 GMT
Green and black swirled chocolate chip cookies inspired by the Philadelphia Eagles team colors. Pin it
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Transform classic chocolate chip cookies into a stunning display of Philadelphia Eagles pride with these marbled green and black treats. These buttery, chocolate-studded cookies maintain their perfect chewy texture while showcasing team spirit through carefully swirled team colors. Every batch brings game day excitement right into your kitchen, creating an unforgettable treat that tastes as incredible as it looks.

After making these cookies for countless game day gatherings, I've discovered they're not just treats – they're conversation starters. Watching guests' faces light up when they spot the team colors never gets old. My son's friends now specifically request these cookies for their football viewing parties.

Winning Ingredient Selection

  • Unsalted Butter: Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie structure and allows better control of salt content
  • Brown Sugar: Light brown sugar adds moisture and creates that signature chewy texture
  • Granulated Sugar: Provides essential structure and helps achieve crispy edges
  • Large Eggs: Fresh, room temperature eggs ensure proper binding and texture
  • Pure Vanilla Extract: Use genuine extract for the richest flavor
  • Professional Food Coloring: Gel-based colors provide vibrant team shades without affecting texture

Game Day Baking Strategy

Prepare Your Base:
Ensure all ingredients reach room temperature naturally, creating the foundation for perfectly textured cookies.
Create The Cookie Canvas:
Beat butter until creamy and light, then incorporate both sugars until the mixture becomes fluffy and pale.
Build Structure:
Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly between additions, then blend in pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Develop The Framework:
Whisk together dry ingredients separately, then gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
Execute Color Strategy:
Divide dough equally, tinting portions with team colors while leaving one natural for dramatic marbling effect.
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A plate of football-themed chocolate chip cookies decorated in green and white for Eagles fans. | tasteofcook.com

Having experimented with various food coloring types, I've found that professional-grade gel colors produce the most vibrant team spirit cookies. The first time I made these for my son's football team, the players were amazed by how the colors remained distinct even after baking. Now, these cookies have become our lucky game day tradition.

Perfect Game Day Presentation

Arrange these spirited cookies on a platter lined with team-colored tissue paper for maximum impact. Create a dessert table centerpiece by displaying them alongside silver and gold sprinkled cookies for a complete team colors theme. Consider serving with green and black milk for children's parties or alongside coffee and hot chocolate for adult gatherings.

Team Spirit Variations

Adapt this recipe for any sports team by changing the food coloring to match different team colors. Create white chocolate chip version using white morsels for a striking contrast against the colored dough. For extra team spirit, incorporate coordinating colored sprinkles into the cookie dough or sprinkle them on top before baking.

Victory Storage Secrets

Keep these cookies fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Layer them between sheets of parchment paper to preserve the marbled appearance. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies for up to three months, thawing them at room temperature before serving.

Game Day Planning

These cookies make excellent additions to football viewing party spreads. Consider baking them in different sizes – make minis for party platters or oversized cookies for special celebrations. Package individual cookies in clear bags tied with team-colored ribbons for memorable party favors.

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After years of perfecting these team spirit cookies, I've learned that they're more than just a game day treat – they're a way to bring fans together. Whether we're celebrating a victory or consoling ourselves after a tough loss, these cookies always manage to lift spirits. The combination of familiar chocolate chip comfort with unexpected team colors makes them an unforgettable part of any football gathering.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What colors should I use for Eagles cookies?
Use midnight green, silver, and black food coloring to match the official Eagles team colors.
→ Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can make and color the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated and bring to room temperature before baking.
→ Why use a food scale?
A scale ensures each cookie is exactly 2 ounces, leading to uniform size and baking time for all cookies.
→ How do I store these cookies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
→ Can I adapt this for other team colors?
Absolutely! Use the same technique with any team's colors - just adjust your food coloring choices accordingly.

Eagles Team Color Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic chocolate chip cookies get a team spirit makeover with Philadelphia Eagles colors, perfect for game day celebrations and Super Bowl parties.

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
40 Minutes


Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 24 Servings (24 cookies)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Cookie Base

01 1 cup salted butter, softened
02 1 cup granulated sugar
03 1/2 cup brown sugar
04 2 eggs
05 2 teaspoons vanilla

→ Dry Ingredients

06 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
07 1 teaspoon baking soda
08 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Mix-ins and Decorations

09 1 bag chocolate chips
10 Wilton Color Right food coloring system

Instructions

Step 01

Start by creaming together your softened butter with both the granulated and brown sugars in your mixer.

Step 02

Beat in the eggs and vanilla until the mixture gets nice and fluffy.

Step 03

Add baking soda and salt, then gradually mix in the flour until fully combined.

Step 04

Divide the dough into three equal portions and color each one with team colors. Mix chocolate chips into each portion.

Step 05

Form 2-ounce balls using all three colors of dough, press slightly onto cookie sheets, and bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden brown.

Notes

  1. Perfect for game day or Super Bowl parties
  2. Can be adapted for any team colors
  3. Makes impressive tri-colored cookies

Tools You'll Need

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Cookie sheets
  • Food scale
  • Cookie cooling rack

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy (butter)
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains gluten (flour)