Description
These magical spiral cookies are a whimsical treat perfect for special occasions. With a buttery vanilla-almond flavor and vibrant purple and black colors, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
Coloring and Decoration:
- Purple & black gel food coloring
- Sprinkles – Purple inside, black outside
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream butter and powdered sugar. Add eggs, milk, and extracts. Gradually mix in flour until dough forms.
- Divide and Color: Split dough in half. Color one half purple and the other black.
- Roll and Spiral: Roll out each color into a rectangle, stack, roll into a log, and twist for a spiral effect.
- Chill and Slice: Chill logs, then slice into cookies. Roll edges in sprinkles.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes. Let cool before enjoying!
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, increase the amount of almond extract.
- Experiment with different colors and sprinkles for various themes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg