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Magical Spiral Cookies

Magical Spiral Cookies: Whimsical Treats for Every Celebration

Magical Spiral Cookies captivate with colorful swirls, making them perfect for celebrations and family gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract or extra vanilla
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Colors
  • 1 teaspoon purple gel food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon black gel food coloring
For the Decoration
  • 1/4 cup purple sprinkles
  • 1/4 cup black or chocolate sprinkles

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Plastic wrap
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add eggs and milk, mixing just until combined. Gradually stir in flour, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract to form a soft dough.
  2. Divide the dough into three equal portions. Leave one portion plain, color one with purple gel food coloring, and the last with black, ensuring the colors are well-mixed.
  3. On a floured surface, roll out the black and white dough into two rectangles. Lay the white rectangle on top of the black one, gently pressing down.
  4. Roll out the purple dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with purple sprinkles, and roll into a log. Set it aside.
  5. Place the purple log at one end of the black-and-white layers and roll tightly around it, sealing the edges well.
  6. Sprinkle black or chocolate sprinkles on a clean surface and roll the cookie log in them. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F. After chilling, slice the cookie log into ¼-inch rounds and place on lined baking sheets.
  8. Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until edges are golden. Allow cooling on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors. Sharp knives are essential for perfect slices. Store cookies in an airtight container.

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