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Swirled Christmas Cookies

Swirled Christmas Cookies That Spark Joy This Holiday Season

Delightful Swirled Christmas Cookies that taste divine and dazzle the eyes, perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter can be swapped with vegan butter
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar coconut sugar can be used
  • 1 large egg can replace with 1/4 cup applesauce for vegan
  • 2 tsp almond extract substitute with vanilla extract for nut-free
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste pure vanilla is best
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be substituted
  • 1 tsp cornstarch can omit if preferred
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp fine salt
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Christmas sprinkles opt for nonpareils for dietary needs
  • gel food coloring red & green; avoid liquid colorings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking sheets
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add in egg, almond extract, and vanilla, mixing until fully incorporated.
  3. Sift in all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and fine salt, mixing on low until just combined.
  4. Divide dough into three portions; leave one uncolored, color one red and one green using gel food coloring.
  5. Wrap portions in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll each colored dough between parchment paper into 7x12-inch rectangles, stacking layers in order.
  7. Roll the layered dough into a tight log and roll in Christmas sprinkles.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
  9. Slice dough log into 1/3-inch thick rounds and bake for 12-14 minutes.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier mixing. Don't skip the chilling step to maintain shape during baking.

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