Halloween Pinwheel Sugar Cookies
Delightful Halloween Pinwheel Sugar Cookies with colorful swirls, perfect for festive occasions and family baking activities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Food coloring (green, orange, purple, black)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a medium bowl.
- Cream the softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the egg, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts until fully combined.
- Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Color the dough by dividing it into portions and kneading in food coloring.
- Shape the colored dough into logs and twist them together.
- Slice the logs into rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool the cookies on a wire rack and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Notes
Chill the dough if too soft; you can also substitute butter for margarine or dairy-free alternatives.
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