Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Food coloring (gel or liquid)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture to form dough.
- Divide the dough into two or three parts and knead in food coloring.
- Roll the colored doughs into logs, twist them together, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Slice the chilled log into ¼-inch rounds and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and decorate with frosting or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
Chill the dough to prevent spreading during baking. For fun shapes, use cookie cutters.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian