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Layered Colorful Cookies: A Fun and Festive Baking Adventure

Layered Colorful Cookies
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Buttery, colorful layered cookies with a striking striped or rainbow effect. Perfect for holidays, parties, or as edible gifts!

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Gel food coloring (red, blue, yellow, green, etc.)
  • 1 tbsp milk (if needed for consistency)
  • Sanding sugar or sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Cream butter & sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy (3-4 mins). Add egg and vanilla.
  3. Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Color the dough: Divide dough into equal portions. Add gel coloring to each and knead until vibrant (wear gloves!).
  5. Layer: Roll each color into a rectangle (¼-inch thick). Stack layers, brushing with milk between to adhere. Wrap in plastic and chill 1 hour.
  6. Slice & bake: Trim edges, then cut into ¼-inch slices. Place on parchment-lined sheets. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 mins until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool: Let rest on baking sheet for 5 mins, then transfer to a rack. Decorate with sanding sugar if desired.

Notes

  • Chilling is crucial for clean slices—freeze dough for 20 mins if too soft.
  • For neater layers, roll dough between parchment paper.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Use gel (not liquid) food coloring for bold hues without altering texture.

Nutrition

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