Christmas Swirl Butter Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Swirl butter cookies capture holiday spirit with every bite. Made for December festivities, their colorful layers and comforting butter richness make this one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Dough
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Creaming Mixture
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the large egg and vanilla extract. Mix until the dough is smooth.
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Divide and color dough if desired. Stack dough layers and roll into a log from the long edge, forming a swirl. Wrap the dough log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Slice the chilled dough log into 1/4-inch rounds and distribute them on the prepared sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Parchment paper simplifies rolling and stacking dough, and thorough chilling helps preserve the swirl pattern in each cookie.