Description
Patriotic Swirled Sugar Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate your favorite holidays with a burst of color and flavor. These vibrant cookies, featuring swirls of red, white, and blue, are easy to make and perfect for gatherings like the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or Labor Day. The sweet aroma of vanilla combined with almond extract fills your kitchen as you bake these treats, making them a hit among family and friends. Not only do they look stunning on any dessert table, but they also provide a fun baking activity for kids. Enjoy these festive cookies at parties, picnics, or even as thoughtful gifts!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- Red gel food coloring
- Blue gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add eggs, mixing well after each.
- Stir in vanilla and almond extracts. Combine wet and dry ingredients until mixed.
- Divide dough into three parts; color two portions with red and blue gel food coloring.
- Roll each colored portion into logs; twist together to create swirls.
- Chill dough logs for one hour before slicing into rounds about ¼-inch thick.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg