Swirled Holiday Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups plain flour, plus a bit extra for dusting.
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Half a teaspoon of baking powder.
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A pinch of salt—about a quarter teaspoon.
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12 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter.
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Three-fourths cup granulated sugar.
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One egg.
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A teaspoon of vanilla flavoring.
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Between half and one teaspoon of red coloring.
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Between half and one teaspoon of green coloring.
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, stir together salt, baking powder, and flour.
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Cream sugar and butter until they look fluffy. Toss in vanilla and the egg, then mix again.
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Slowly add the dry mix in two parts, blending just until it all comes together.
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Split the dough into three parts. Add red to one, green to another, and leave the last plain.
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Shape each dough into a 10-inch square. Stack them: red first, plain next, then green on top.
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Roll up the dough into a log from one edge. Place in the fridge for about an hour to chill.
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Cut slices about a quarter-inch thick, then bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes.
# Notes:
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You'll need to chill the dough a few times.
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Go easy with coloring at first and adjust if necessary.
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Snip the edges for a clean spiral look.