Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Color the Dough
- Divide the dough into three equal portions.
- Leave one portion plain (white), and color one portion red with food coloring and the other blue.
Roll the Dough
- On a floured surface, roll out the white dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Roll out the red dough into a rectangle of the same size and place it on top of the white dough.
- Roll out the blue dough into a rectangle and place it on top of the red dough.
- Starting from one end, carefully roll the layered dough into a log.
Chill and Slice
- Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy your festive Red, White and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies!
Nutrition
Notes
These cookies can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.