Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Dough
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until blended.
- In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and mix in both extracts.
Combine and Color the Dough
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Separate the dough into two or more pieces based on the desired colors and use food coloring to tint each piece, kneading until the color is even.
Chill and Roll
- Wrap each colored dough piece in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll out each dough piece on parchment paper into rectangles, ensuring they are roughly the same size.
- Layer the colored rectangles atop each other, then roll into a log from one end to the other.
- Wrap the log in plastic wrap again and chill for at least 1 hour.
Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Remove the log from the fridge, slice it into about 1/4-inch thick pinwheels, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill Time is key for proper slicing. Experiment with flavors like peppermint or almond for variation. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.