Red, White and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies
Experience the joy of summer celebrations with these delightful Red, White and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies. Bursting with vibrant colors and deliciously chewy textures, these eye-catching treats are perfect for any festive gathering. Not only are they visually stunning, but they’re also easy to prepare ahead of time, making them a stress-free addition to your summer festivities. As you slice through each colorful layer, you’ll reveal a whimsical design that embodies the spirit of togetherness. Whether you’re enjoying them at a picnic or serving them at a family barbecue, these cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Red food coloring
- Blue food coloring
Instructions
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a stand mixer, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide dough into three parts; color one red and another blue using food coloring.
- Chill all doughs for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out colored doughs between wax paper into rectangles.
- Layer the colored doughs together tightly and roll into a log.
- Chill again for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and slice logs into rounds; bake for 9-11 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg