Christmas Pinwheel Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Red and green swirled treats add joy to holiday gatherings with delicate butter flavor and festive sparkle.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dough
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150 grams unsalted butter, softened
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135 grams granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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220 grams all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
→ Decoration
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Red gel food coloring as needed
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Green gel food coloring as needed
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Red sanding sugar, for rolling edges
# How to Make It:
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In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and creamy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture and beat thoroughly, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and baking soda until evenly mixed.
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Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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Divide the dough into three equal portions. Tint one portion with red gel food coloring and another with green gel food coloring. Leave the third portion plain. Shape each into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Roll each dough portion between two sheets of parchment paper into a 18 cm square. Chill all squares for 15 minutes.
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Stack the colored and plain dough in the order: red, green, plain. Place a parchment sheet on top and roll the stack into a 30x20 cm rectangle. Remove the top parchment, then starting with a long side, tightly roll into a log. Wrap and freeze for 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
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Slice the chilled dough log into 8 mm thick rounds. Coat the outer edge of each slice in red sanding sugar. Arrange slices 2.5 cm apart on the prepared trays.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until cookies are set. Allow to cool for 1 minute on the tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
# Extra Information:
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For precise layers and a vibrant swirl, chill each dough portion thoroughly and keep rolling surfaces lightly floured.