Pinwheel Cookies
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
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
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix until combined.
- Divide the butter mixture in half for the vanilla and chocolate dough.
- Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt for each dough separately until a thick dough forms.
- Roll out the dough into rectangular shapes, stack them together, and roll into a log.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Slice the cookies, bake, and cool before serving.
Notes
Experiment with different flavors and colors for unique variations of these classic Pinwheel Cookies.