Description
Delight in festive Christmas Pinwheel Cookies Discover this fun easy recipe for vibrant treats perfect for holiday gatherings
2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour1 teaspoon of baking powder1/2 teaspoon of salt1 cup of unsalted butter, softened1 cup of granulated sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon of vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon of cinnamonFood coloring (red and green)Optional: Sprinkles, Cocoa powder, Chopped nuts, Powdered sugar, Dipped in chocolate
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until you have a smooth dough.Divide the dough in half, color one half red and the other green with food coloring.Roll each colored dough into rectangles about 1/8-inch thick.Layer the green rectangle on top of the red and roll them tightly into a log.Wrap the log in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.After chilling, slice the log into 1/4-inch rounds and place on a lined baking sheet.Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Notes
Delightful Christmas Pinwheel Cookies that are visually appealing, nostalgic, and easy to make. Perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 36 cookies
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
