Sweet Swirl Cookies
These vibrant and colorful Sweet Swirl Cookies are fun to make and delicious to share, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors that evoke feelings of warmth and togetherness.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coloring & Extras
- food coloring in various colors For achieving vibrant swirls.
- sprinkles Optional for decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
- In another bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually introduce the dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
- Divide the dough into portions and mix in food coloring to create vibrant colors.
- Roll out each colored dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 0.25 inches thick.
- Layer the sheets of dough, roll into a log shape, and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Baking
- Slice the chilled log into cookies.
- Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, adding sprinkles if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter is fully softened and chill the dough adequately before baking to maintain shape.