Christmas Pinwheel Cookies Festive (Print-Friendly Version)
Savor the holiday spirit with these Christmas pinwheel cookies featuring vibrant festive swirls. Ideal for dessert trays or bake sales, they capture the magic of Christmas cookie mix and decorative holiday baking. Truly one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Dough
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2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 3/4 cups 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 sanding sugar, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Place softened butter and granulated sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment, beat on medium speed until the mixture is light and creamy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated; scrape down the sides as needed.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and baking soda. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture. Blend until a cohesive dough forms. Remove the dough from the bowl and divide it into three equal parts.
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Roll each dough portion between two sheets of parchment paper to form a 7-inch square. Refrigerate the squares for 15 minutes with the parchment still attached.
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Stack the dough squares on a new piece of parchment paper—layering red, green, and plain dough if coloring, or as preferred. Cover with another sheet of parchment, then use a rolling pin to flatten into a 12x8-inch rectangle. Remove the top parchment, and starting from a long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Wrap in parchment and freeze for one hour.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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With a serrated knife, cut the chilled dough log into 1/3-inch thick rounds. Roll the edge of each round in red sanding sugar, then set cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until just set. Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For more vivid color, divide dough and add gel food coloring to individual portions before rolling. Ensure dough is well-chilled to maintain sharp pinwheel swirls.