Pinwheel Cookies

Indulge in the delightful swirls of flavors with these homemade Pinwheel Cookies. A fun and visually appealing treat that is perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a blend of vanilla and chocolate dough rolled together to create a mesmerizing pattern.

Why Make This Recipe

Creating your own Pinwheel Cookies allows you to customize the flavors and enjoy the process of making something special from scratch. These cookies are not only delicious but also make for a beautiful presentation on any cookie platter.

How to Make Pinwheel Cookies

Ingredients:

• 170 grams (3/4 cup or 1.5 sticks) unsalted butter, cold, roughly chopped
• 200 grams (1 cup) caster sugar or granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 175 grams (1 and 1/4 cups) plain flour or all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 140 grams (1 cup) plain flour or all-purpose flour
• 30 grams (1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon) cocoa powder, sifted
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1-2 teaspoons full-fat or whole milk

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Add the egg and mix until combined.
3. Divide the butter mixture in half for the vanilla and chocolate dough.
4. Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt for each dough separately until a thick dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough into rectangular shapes, stack them together, and roll into a log.
6. Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
7. Slice the cookies, bake, and cool before serving.

How to Serve Pinwheel Cookies

Serve these delicious Pinwheel Cookies as a sweet snack with a cup of tea or coffee. They are perfect for sharing with family and friends during gatherings or as a treat for yourself.

How to Store Pinwheel Cookies

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, you can freeze the baked cookies for up to two months. Thaw before serving.

Tips to Make Pinwheel Cookies

• Ensure the butter is cold for better texture.
• Roll the dough tightly to maintain the swirl pattern.
• Use parchment paper for easy rolling and cutting of the dough.

Variation

For a fruity twist, you can add dried fruit bits or citrus zest to the vanilla dough for a flavored variation of these Pinwheel Cookies.

Pinwheel Cookies

Author: Maria Courses: Desert

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time

Servings: 24 Calories: 120

Best Season: All year

Description

Enjoy the mesmerizing swirls of flavor with these homemade Pinwheel Cookies that are a perfect treat for any occasion. Customize the flavors and create a visually appealing snack that is as fun to make as it is to eat.

Ingredients

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Vanilla Dough

• 170 grams unsalted butter, cold, roughly chopped
• 200 grams caster sugar or granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 175 grams plain flour or all-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon salt

Chocolate Dough

• 140 grams plain flour or all-purpose flour
• 30 grams cocoa powder, sifted
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon salt
• 1-2 teaspoons full-fat or whole milk

Directions

1. Step 1

   In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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2. Step 2

   Add the egg and mix until combined.
   Mark as complete

3. Step 3

   Divide the butter mixture in half for the vanilla and chocolate dough.
   Mark as complete

4. Step 4

   Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt for each dough separately until a thick dough forms.
   Mark as complete

5. Step 5

   Roll out the dough into rectangular shapes, stack them together, and roll into a log.
   Mark as complete

6. Step 6

   Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
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7. Step 7

   Slice the cookies, bake, and cool before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 4g20%

Cholesterol 25mg9%

Sodium 50mg3%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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Vitamin A 100 IU

Calcium 20 mg

Iron 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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