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A pile of thick chocolate and vanilla pinwheel cookies showing perfect spirals

Pinwheel Cookies

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Description

These stunning Pinwheel Cookies feature a mesmerizing spiral of buttery vanilla and rich chocolate dough rolled into one decadent treat. Perfectly crisp on the edges with a soft center, they are finished with a chocolate dip for the ultimate loaded cookie experience.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • 4 ounces melting chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons sprinkles

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  2. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for about 3 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, beating for another minute until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until the dough comes together.
  5. Divide the dough into two equal portions, setting one aside.
  6. Place the second portion of dough back into the mixer and add the cocoa powder, milk, and espresso powder, mixing until fully incorporated and dark.
  7. Shape both doughs into 1-inch thick rectangles, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 60 to 90 minutes.
  8. On floured parchment paper, roll the vanilla dough into an 8×14-inch rectangle, then repeat the process with the chocolate dough on a separate sheet.
  9. Invert the chocolate dough onto the vanilla dough, peel off the top paper, and roll tightly from the long side into a solid log.
  10. Cut the log into two 7-inch sections, wrap tightly, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  11. Preheat your oven to 350°F and slice the chilled logs into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  12. Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets and bake for 14 to 15 minutes, then cool completely.
  13. Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted chocolate and top with sprinkles if desired.

Notes

To achieve perfectly circular cookies without a flat side, gently rotate the dough log a quarter turn after every few slices. If you have trouble with the dough cracking while rolling, let it sit at room temperature for five minutes to become slightly more pliable before attempting the spiral.

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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