Description
These Galaxy Swirl Sugar Cookies feature a stunning visual appeal with vibrant colors and a delightful taste.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (blue, purple, black)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
- Divide the dough into three equal parts.
- Color each part with food coloring to create blue, purple, and black dough.
- Roll each colored dough into long strips and twist them together to form a swirl.
- Slice the dough into rounds and roll each in granulated sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- You can adjust the colors for different galaxy effects.
- Consider adding edible glitter for a starry finish.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Galaxy Swirl Sugar Cookies, colorful cookies, dessert recipe, baking