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Festive Christmas Pinwheel Cookies That Wow Every Plate Effortlessly

Festive Christmas Pinwheel Cookies That Wow Every Plate
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Delight in the festive spirit with these stunning Christmas pinwheel cookies that add a touch of elegance to your holiday dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup red gel food coloring
  • 1/2 cup green gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
  4. Divide the dough in half; tint one half red and the other green using gel food coloring.
  5. Roll each color out between parchment paper into rectangles.
  6. Layer the rolled doughs on top of each other, then roll tightly into a log.
  7. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Slice the chilled log into rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough before slicing.
  • These cookies can be decorated with icing for an extra festive touch.

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Keywords: Festive Christmas Pinwheel Cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas desserts

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