Description
Delightful Swirled Christmas Cookies with vibrant colors and flavors, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Food coloring (gel)
- Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips or crushed nuts
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Divide the dough into two portions. Color one half red and the other green using gel food coloring, kneading until well combined.
- Roll out each portion of dough into rectangular shapes, about ¼ inch thick.
- Layer one color on top of the other and roll them together tightly to create a log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Slice the chilled log into ¼ inch thick rounds and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday baking, festive treats, swirled cookies, family recipes