Pinwheel Sugar Cookies

A playful twist on a Christmas classic

Pinwheel Sugar Cookies

Yield: 32 Cookies

Prep Time: 45 minutes

Rest Time: 6 hours

Bake Time: 15-17 minutes

Total Time: 7 hours

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 sticks salted butter (slightly soft and cut in chunks)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon food coloring
  • 1 cup sprinkles

Directions

  1. In a stand mixer, using a paddle attachment, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, powdered sugar and sugar.
  2. Gradually add butter and continue mixing.
  3. Add vanilla and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Remove the dough from the mixer and divide into two equal parts. Place one portion back into the mixer and add the food coloring. Mix until combined. If the dough seems too sticky, add a little bit of flour.
  5. Remove the dough from the mixer and roll out each portion one at a time between two sheets of parchment paper until it’s approximately 1/4 inch thick.
  6. Stack the two portions on top of each other to ensure they are the same size. When ready, slide onto a cookie sheet and chill in the fridge for 2 hours.
  7. Once chilled, remove from the fridge and take the parchment paper off. Brush the uncolored dough lightly with water. Stack the colored dough on top of the uncolored dough and press the edged together until sealed. Trim the edges with a paring knife.
  8. With the dough still chilled but flexible, begin rolling the long side of the dough into a tight and firm roll.
  9. Pour the sprinkles onto a baking sheet. Place the dough onto the sprinkles and begin to roll until completely covered.
  10. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 4 hours.
  11. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow the dough to soften slightly and then slice it into 1/4 inch slices. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and then place the cookie slices. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden. Rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  12. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely or enjoy warm with a nice glass of milk!

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