Best 2 Holiday Pinwheel Cookies Recipes

Holiday pinwheel cookies, a classic and beloved treat, are sure to bring joy and cheer to any gathering. With their festive colors and delectable flavors, these cookies are a true centerpiece of the holiday season. They are perfect for gift-giving, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with family and friends. The combination of sweet, buttery dough and delectable fillings, such as jams, preserves, or Nutella, creates a delightful taste experience that will satisfy even the most discerning palates. Pinwheel cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a perfect addition to any holiday dessert spread.

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CHRISTMAS PINWHEEL COOKIES

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This recipe was handed down by my 'Baba' (Ukrainian for 'grandmother'). She originally just made a chocolate and plain pinwheel cookie, but I adapted it easily to create a very colorful variety that my kids and husband adore at Christmas time!

Provided by Gitano

Categories Desserts Cookies Refrigerator Cookie Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 ⅓ cups butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
⅔ cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 drop red food coloring, or as needed
1 drop green food coloring, or as needed

Steps:

Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together into a bowl. Resift again into another bowl.
Beat the butter with the brown and white sugars in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until smooth. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until evenly blended. Gather the dough into a ball, and divide into two equal parts. Place one half in a second bowl. Add red food coloring to the dough in one bowl, and green food coloring to the dough in the other bowl. Use a fork or wooden spoon to blend the food coloring into the dough until evenly blended. Add additional drops of food coloring to make the desired shade.
Roll out the red dough to 1/4 inch (5mm) thickness. Roll out the green dough to 1/4 inch (5mm) thickness, and place on top of the red dough. Beginning on one edge, roll the doughs to make a log so the two colors spiral inside each other. Wrap the log in waxed paper, then in a cotton towel, and refrigerate at least 8 hours.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
Unwrap the dough log, and place on a clean, lightly floured surface. Slice the log into rounds 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick, and place on prepared baking sheets.
Bake in preheated oven until set, 5 to 6 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent edges from browning. Remove from oven, and cool on racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 70.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

HOLIDAY PINWHEEL COOKIES

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Little helpers will have a blast helping to create these adorable pinwheels. They're an absolute cinch to make! -Karen Moore, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1/4 to 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons red colored sugar
3 tablespoons green colored sugar

Steps:

Let cookie dough stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften. On a floured surface, knead cookie dough and enough flour to make dough easy to handle., Divide dough in half. Roll one portion on a sheet of waxed paper into a 12x7-in. rectangle. Sprinkle with red sugar. Using waxed paper, roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a short side, removing paper as you roll. Wrap in plastic. Repeat with remaining dough and green sugar. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 7-9 minutes or until edges are light brown. Cool 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

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Tips:

Chilling the dough before rolling and baking helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
To make rolling the dough easier, place it between two sheets of parchment paper.
If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If it's too dry, add a little more milk.
Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the dough into even strips.
To make the pinwheels more festive, sprinkle them with colored sugar or chopped nuts before baking.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them.

Conclusion:

Pinwheel cookies are a fun and easy treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. With a little creativity, you can make pinwheel cookies that are both delicious and beautiful.