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Perfect Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

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These vibrant red and green pinwheel cookies are buttery, festive, and perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting. Their whimsical design and peppermint flavor make them irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) peppermint extract (optional)
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) salt
  • Red gel food coloring
  • Green gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, cream together 1 cup (227g) of softened butter and 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) peppermint extract. Beat until smooth.
  3. Gradually mix in 2 1/4 cups (280g) of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) of salt until fully combined. Divide the dough into two equal portions.
  4. Add a few drops of red gel food coloring to one portion and green gel food coloring to the other. Knead gently until colors are evenly distributed.
  5. Roll out each portion of dough between sheets of parchment paper into rectangles approximately 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick.
  6. Carefully place the red dough over the green dough, using the parchment paper to help. Roll tightly into a log, starting from the long edge.
  7. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the log into 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thick rounds and place on parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but not browned. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

Chill the dough for clean slices and vibrant pinwheel shapes. Use gel food coloring for the best results. Make extra logs and freeze them for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday baking, pinwheel cookies, festive treats, peppermint cookies

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