These buttery Christmas Pinwheel Cookies are a holiday baking must! With their cheerful red-and-white swirls, they’re soft, sweet, and perfect for cookie exchanges or gifts. Simple to bake and fun for kids spread the holiday joy with every bite this Christmas season! 🎁❤️
🧁 Ingredients You’ll Need
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1¼ cups granulated sugar
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1 cup salted butter, softened
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1½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp almond extract
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½ tsp baking powder
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1 large egg
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp red liquid food coloring
👩🍳 How to Make It
1️⃣ Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
2️⃣ Mix in egg, vanilla, and almond extract.
3️⃣ Add flour and baking powder; mix until smooth.
4️⃣ Divide dough and color half with red food coloring.
5️⃣ Roll both doughs, layer, and roll into a log.
6️⃣ Chill, slice, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes.
✨ Enjoy the festive swirl of Christmas cheer!