HOLIDAY PINWHEELS

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The first time I made these pretty cookies, my husband ate the whole batch in just a few days! The fun green swirls are also great for St. Patrick's Day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Green food coloring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in corn syrup and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. To one portion, add peppermint extract and food coloring. Wrap each portion in plastic; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., On a baking sheet, roll out each portion between two sheets of waxed paper into a 14x9-in. rectangle. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Remove waxed paper. Place plain rectangle over green rectangle. Roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°; unwrap dough and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 10-12 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Maream Ali
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These pinwheels are a delicious and easy way to celebrate the holidays.


Nathan Espinoza
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These pinwheels are so good, I could eat them every day.


Podi Boy
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I can't wait to make these pinwheels again for my next holiday party.


UltraAnime Boy1
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These pinwheels are a fun and festive way to celebrate the holidays.


Mr. Boss Made Von
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to add some holiday cheer to your party.


Sameer Mubarak
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These pinwheels are a great appetizer or snack. They're also perfect for a kid's party.


Mav Mav
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These pinwheels are so easy to make, even for a beginner cook.


Ali ChouDhary
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I love the combination of flavors in these pinwheels. The cream cheese and cranberries are a perfect match.


Niels Knowlton
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These pinwheels are a great way to use up leftover turkey or ham.


Desiree Britter
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These pinwheels are so cute and festive. They're perfect for any holiday party.


Darrell Brownen
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I love that these pinwheels can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for busy holiday parties.


Evalily Marsden
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These pinwheels are so versatile. I've made them with different fillings and they've always been delicious.


stauroula alexandri
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I made these pinwheels for my family and they were a huge success! The kids especially loved them.


Mr Shiddat
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These pinwheels were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.