Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these vibrant Christmas pinwheel cookies! Bursting with buttery sweetness and adorned with colorful swirls, these delightful treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family moments. Easy to make and enjoyable for all ages, each bite will transport you back to cherished memories of baking with loved ones. Whether shared or savored solo, these cookies are a must-have during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Food coloring (gel)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add sifted flour and baking powder; stir gently until combined.
- Divide dough into portions and mix in food coloring for desired vibrancy.
- Roll colored doughs into logs on parchment paper and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice logs into quarter-inch thick rounds and arrange on lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg