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Swirled Christmas Cookies: Easy, Festive Treats for Everyone

Swirled Christmas Cookies
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These swirled Christmas cookies are simple to make and perfect for holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon food coloring, red and green

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix well.
  4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough into two portions. Color one half with red food coloring and the other half with green.
  6. Roll out each color between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. Layer the two colors on top of each other and roll them up like a jelly roll.
  8. Slice the dough into 1/4 inch thick cookies and place them on a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
  10. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For a fun variation, you can add sprinkles before baking.
  • These cookies freeze well, making them perfect for holiday prep.

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Keywords: Swirled Christmas Cookies, festive cookies, holiday baking

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