Magical Spiral Cookies Recipe
Introduction
Magical Spiral Cookies combine vibrant colors and delightful flavors for a stunning treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. These buttery cookies feature swirls of purple, black, and white dough that create a whimsical spiral pattern perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- Purple gel food coloring
- Black gel food coloring
- Purple sprinkles
- ½ cup black or chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Beat the butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add the eggs and milk, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- Step 2: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Step 3: Divide the dough into portions. Tint one half of the dough with purple gel food coloring. Split the remaining half into two portions and color one black with gel food coloring, leaving the other plain (white).
- Step 4: Roll the black dough into a 6 by 12-inch rectangle. On top of this, roll the white dough out to the same size and place it carefully over the black rectangle. Lightly roll over the top so they stick together.
- Step 5: Roll the purple dough into the same 6 by 12-inch rectangle. Sprinkle the purple dough evenly with purple sprinkles, then carefully roll it into a log.
- Step 6: Combine the layered black and white dough log with the purple log by placing one on top of the other, then gently roll the combined logs into one larger spiral log. Chill if needed before slicing and baking.
Tips & Variations
- Use gel food coloring instead of liquid to keep the dough from becoming too soft or sticky.
- Try different colored sprinkles for holiday-themed variations or add a pinch of cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Chilling the dough logs for at least an hour before slicing helps the cookies keep a clean spiral shape while baking.
Storage
Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container for up to three months. To reheat, warm gently in a low oven for a few minutes to refresh their texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare and color the dough, then wrap it tightly and chill it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before shaping and baking.
How thick should I slice the cookies?
Slices about ¼ inch thick work best to maintain the spiral pattern and ensure even baking without spreading too much.
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Magical Spiral Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 36 cookies 1x
Description
Magical Spiral Cookies are delightful swirled treats featuring vibrant purple, black, and white doughs layered and rolled to create a stunning spiral pattern. These buttery, soft cookies combine the warmth of almond and vanilla extracts with fun sprinkles for a festive and visually impressive cookie that’s perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to impress with elegant homemade treats.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1½ cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
Coloring and Decoration
- Purple gel food coloring
- Black gel food coloring
- Purple sprinkles
- ½ cup black or chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Then add the eggs and milk, mixing until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Flavorings: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture while mixing on low speed. Add the vanilla and almond extracts, and continue to mix until a cohesive dough forms.
- Divide and Color the Dough: Divide the dough into three portions. Tint one half with purple gel food coloring to get a vibrant purple dough. Divide the remaining half into black and white portions. Use black gel food coloring to tint one portion black, leaving the other as plain white dough.
- Roll Black Dough Layer: Roll out the black dough into a rectangle measuring approximately 6 by 12 inches on a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking.
- Roll White Dough Layer: Roll the white dough into the same size rectangle as the black dough (6×12 inches). Carefully place it on top of the rolled black dough. Press gently and roll lightly with a rolling pin to ensure both layers adhere to each other without mixing the colors.
- Roll Purple Dough with Sprinkles: Roll the purple dough into a 6 by 12-inch rectangle as well. Sprinkle the purple sprinkles evenly over this layer. Then roll the purple dough into a tight log to prepare for assembly and cutting.
Notes
- Ensure the dough stays cold enough to handle easily; chill if it becomes too soft while rolling.
- Use gel food coloring to get vibrant colors without affecting dough consistency.
- Roll the dough layers to uniform thickness to create an even spiral pattern.
- If the dough becomes sticky, lightly flour your rolling surface and rolling pin.
- For best results, refrigerate the rolled log before slicing into cookies to maintain shape.
- Baking instructions are assumed from similar recipes: typically bake slices at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: spiral cookies, colorful cookies, butter cookies, festive cookies, almond extract cookies, rolled cookies, homemade cookies
