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Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

Vibrant swirls of red, green, and white, Christmas Pinwheel Cookies are festive and fun to bake! These buttery sugar cookies with a crisp, tender texture are the perfect holiday treat for cookie platters and gift boxes.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • Green food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • Christmas sprinkles or sanding sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until dough forms.
  5. Divide dough in half; tint one half red and the other green.
  6. Wrap each dough separately in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
  7. Roll each dough into a 9×12 inch rectangle on a floured surface.
  8. Layer one dough over the other and roll tightly into a log.
  9. Wrap dough log in plastic wrap and chill for 1-2 hours.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  11. Slice dough log into ¼-inch rounds and place on baking sheets.
  12. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  13. Cool cookies on a wire rack before decorating with sprinkles (if using).

Notes

For a twist, try adding peppermint extract to the dough for a holiday-inspired flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.

  • Author: Camilia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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