Hi Bold Bakers! IN THIS RECIPE: My homemade pinwheel cookie recipe is for a classic vanilla and chocolate-flavored cookie. They’re simple, not too sweet, and nice and soft. These cookies taste the way a good nap feels. Already have an account? It makes you dizzy just looking at them, so you might as well eat them fast! They look difficult to make but don’t let the fancy design trick you; these tasty cookies aren’t only a snap to make. They’re also just plain fun to make. They’re also beautiful! They really stand out on a tray of cookies. I know myself, if I saw these dizzying cookies on a tray, they would likely be the first I’d grab.
What Are Pinwheel Cookies?
Pinwheel cookies are two different colors of dough, rolled up together, sliced, then baked! It sounds like many steps, but it’s a quick (and fun) process! They taste like a sugar cookie, except I also flavor mine with cocoa powder and vanilla extract!
What You Need To Make Pinwheel Cookies
Measuring Cups and Spoons Mixer or medium bowl Mixing bowls Parchment paper Two baking sheets
How To Make Pinwheel Cookies
The trick for perfect pinwheel cookies is to be patient. You have to wait for the dough to chill before baking! Here is how you make them — don’t forget to grab the full printable recipe with measurements further down the page:
Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Pinwheel Cookies
This dough is very soft, and the parchment will help you handle the dough. If you don’t have parchment, chill both halves of dough before rolling and roll out on a floured surface. When making your roll, start slowly and make sure you make a tight roll. Otherwise, there may be a hole in the middle when you slice the cookies! Take care not to overbake the cookies – if they get golden, they will be a little too tough once cooled. They have to stay pale to be nice and soft. Once you have made your cookie log, you can wrap the dough in plastic wrap and freeze it for up to three months. Let the dough soften for 10 minutes before slicing. Instead of cocoa powder, you can mix a few drops of red gel food coloring into one half of the dough and proceed as directed for a red and white holiday cookie!
How Do I Store Pinwheel Cookies?
Once the cookies are cooled, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will last for up to 3 days.
‘Tis The Season (For More Cookies!)
Have you seen my two new cookie lists? Check out The Top 10 Classic Christmas Cookies and the Top Holiday Cookies of 2021! And don’t forget to buy my Bigger Bolder Baking Cookbook — it makes the perfect gift!
