Swirl Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2-3 different food coloring

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, whisk until well combined.
2. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Gradually mix in the flour mixture into the butter mixture until just combined.
4. Remove 1/4 of the cookie dough and add a few drops of desired food coloring. Mix well with a spatula until a smooth color is formed. Repeat the same steps for the remaining dough using different colors.
5. Divide each colored dough in half and roll them out into 1/4 inch thick rectangles.
6. Place one layer of cookie dough onto the other (make sure the colors alternate) and roll the dough into a tight log.
7. Wrap the dough log in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes in the fridge.
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
9. Remove the cookie dough from the fridge and slice them into 1/4 inch thick slices.
10. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden on the edges.
11. Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to a cooling rack to cool down completely.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Verdict:

These Swirl Cookies are a colorful and fun treat that the whole family will love! The combination of colors and flavors is simply irresistible. They are perfect for a sweet afternoon snack or as a fun party treat.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these Swirl Cookies with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee. They are great for a birthday party, a baby shower, or any other occasion where you want to add some color and fun to the table.