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Galaxy Swirl Sugar Cookies

These Galaxy Swirl Sugar Cookies are vibrant and enchanting, combining the fun of swirling colors with a delightful cookie flavor that transports you to a starlit wonderland.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Coloring and Decoration
  • Food coloring as needed (blue, purple, pink) Use to dye dough
  • Sprinkles Optional decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder, then set aside.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and white sugar until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into three portions and dye each with food coloring to create vibrant colors.
Assembly
  1. Take pieces from each colored dough, swirl them together, and form into small balls.
  2. Place the balls on ungreased baking sheets, flatten them slightly, and optionally sprinkle with sprinkles.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few moments before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for optimal freshness. Consider adding citrus zest for additional flavor or chilling the dough for firmer cookies.