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Butter Swirl Cookies Recipe
These holiday-themed Butter Swirl Cookies are ideal for any holiday or special occasion. The colourful swirled dough makes a lovely presentation, and the buttery flavour and tender texture will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cream the butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in a slow, steady stream until just combined.
- Divide the dough into three equal parts.
- One portion should be red, one should be green, and the third should be left uncolored.
- Roll each portion into a long, thin rope and place it on a floured surface next to each other.
- Gently press and twist the ropes together to create a swirled effect.
- Cut the dough into 1/2-inch slices with a sharp knife and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Before serving, cool the cookies on a wire rack.
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