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Sure thing! Let’s whip up some delightful Snickerdoodle Pinwheels! These cookies are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them perfect for special occasions or just when you’re craving a sweet treat with a twist. 🍪✨
Snickerdoodle Pinwheels Recipe
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 60 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions:
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Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine the 1/3 cup sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
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Prepare Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese on medium-high speed for about 30 seconds until creamy and smooth.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Add the 1 cup of sugar and baking powder to the butter and cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl occasionally.
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Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated into the mixture.
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Incorporate Flour:
- Gradually mix in as much of the all-purpose flour as you can with the mixer. Stir in any remaining flour by hand until a soft dough forms.
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Roll Out Dough:
- Divide the dough in half. Place each half between two sheets of waxed paper. Roll each half into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
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Add Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- Remove the top sheet of waxed paper from each rectangle. Brush half of the melted butter over one of the dough rectangles. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the reserved cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
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Roll Up Dough:
- Starting from one of the short sides, carefully roll up the dough rectangle into a spiral, removing the waxed paper as you roll. Pinch the edges to seal the roll.
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Coat Roll:
- Roll the sealed dough roll in the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture until it’s evenly coated.
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Chill Dough:
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and chill them for about 4 hours, or until the dough is firm.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased.
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Slice Dough:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled dough rolls into 1/4-inch thick slices.
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Bake:
- Place the slices onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are firm and lightly golden.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheets for about 1 minute before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
These Snickerdoodle Pinwheels are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a sweet indulgence for yourself. Enjoy the delightful swirls of cinnamon goodness in every bite! 🌟