Description
Christmas Pinwheel Cookies are a festive delight that capture the essence of holiday baking. With their vibrant swirls of color and a delicious blend of sweet vanilla and rich chocolate, these cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones or gifting during the holiday season. The joy of baking these whimsical treats is matched only by the memories they create, making them an essential addition to your Christmas festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Gel food coloring (red and green)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually fold in all-purpose flour until dough forms. Split the dough into two bowls.
- Mix cocoa powder into one bowl for a chocolate layer; add gel food coloring to the other for vibrant hues.
- Roll out each colored dough into rectangles about 1/4 inch thick.
- Layer one color over the other, press gently to adhere, then roll tightly into a log shape.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled log into rounds about 1/2 inch thick; place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Customize flavors by swapping vanilla extract with almond or peppermint extract. - Enhance texture by mixing in chopped nuts or dried fruit. - For gifting, wrap cookies in decorative bags or tins.