Why Make This Recipe

Magical Spiral Cookies are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. These colorful cookies swirled with black, white, and purple hues are perfect for parties, holidays, or simply to enjoy with a cup of tea. They are fun to make, especially for kids who love to watch how the colors blend together. Plus, they taste as good as they look, making them a delightful addition to any dessert table.

How to Make Magical Spiral Cookies

To prepare these spectacular cookies, you will need a few simple ingredients and some easy steps. Here’s how you can create these magical treats in your own kitchen.

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

Directions:

1. Beat the Butter and Sugar: Start by beating the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.

2. Add Wet Ingredients: Next, add the eggs and milk to the mix, and continue to mix until smooth.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract to form a dough.

4. Divide the Dough: Divide the dough into three portions. Tint one portion purple using the purple gel food coloring. Divide the remaining dough into black and white portions; you can leave one half untinted as white.

5. Roll the Dough: Roll the black dough into a rectangle size of 6×12 inches. Then roll the white dough into the same size and lay it on top of the black dough; roll lightly to make them stick together.

6. Add the Purple Dough: Roll the purple dough to match the same size. Top it with purple sprinkles, and then carefully roll it into a log.

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How to Serve Magical Spiral Cookies

These cookies look stunning on a platter. Slice them into rounds and serve them fresh. They’re great for gatherings, and you can even place them in cute cookie bags as party favors. Pair them with milk or your favorite hot beverage for an added touch!

How to Store Magical Spiral Cookies

To keep your Magical Spiral Cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, consider freezing them! Just wrap them tightly and place them in the freezer. They will be good for up to three months.

Tips to Make Magical Spiral Cookies

• Make sure your butter is at room temperature for the best mixing results.
• Use gel food coloring for vibrant and rich colors without altering the dough’s texture.
• Feel free to customize the sprinkles for different occasions, like using green for Halloween or red and white for Christmas.

Variation

If you want to switch things up, try using different colors for the dough. Pastel shades can create a softer look, perfect for spring events. You can also experiment with different extracts, such as lemon or peppermint, for unique flavors.

FAQs

1. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
While butter gives the best flavor and texture, you can use margarine if needed, but the results may vary.

2. How do I prevent the cookie dough from sticking when rolling?
Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin to prevent the dough from sticking. You can also chill the dough for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.

3. Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the cookie dough in advance, shape it into logs, and freeze them. Just slice and bake when you’re ready to enjoy!

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• Author: make-recipe
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 24 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Colorful cookies swirled with black, white, and purple hues, perfect for parties or as a treat with tea.

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Ingredients

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• 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

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Instructions

1. Beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add eggs and milk, mixing until smooth.
3. Gradually add flour, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract to form a dough.
4. Divide the dough into three portions. Tint one portion purple and leave one half of the remaining dough untinted.
5. Roll the black dough into a 6×12 inch rectangle and place white dough on top, rolling lightly to stick them together.
6. Roll the purple dough to match the same size, add purple sprinkles on top, and roll into a log.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 150
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 80mg
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 1g
• Cholesterol: 30mg