Looking for a delightful treat that will impress your friends and family? Look no further than classic Pinwheel Cookies! These beautiful cookies are not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. With their colorful swirls and buttery flavor, they make for the perfect addition to any dessert platter or a sweet snack enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee. Let’s dive into how you can make these scrumptious cookies at home!
Pinwheel Cookies
Get ready to create some eye-catching cookies that taste as good as they look! The swirled appearance of these cookies is sure to delight anyone who sees (and tastes) them.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half. To one half, add the cocoa powder and mix until fully incorporated.
- Now comes the fun part! On a large piece of parchment paper, layer the vanilla dough on top of the chocolate dough. Roll it out gently into a rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Using the parchment paper to assist you, roll the dough tightly into a log, making sure to keep it as even as possible.
- Wrap the log in plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the dough is chilled, remove it from the refrigerator and slice it into 1/4 inch rounds. If you’d like, sprinkle the tops with rainbow sprinkles before baking.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your beautiful, homemade Pinwheel Cookies! They’re sure to be a hit, whether you’re sharing them or keeping them all to yourself!