Description
Discover how to make these delightful Neapolitan Swirl Cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe. Enjoy the perfect blend of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry in every beautifully swirled bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, powdered
- Optional: few drops pink/red gel food coloring
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 mins).
- Beat in the egg until just combined, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined. Divide dough into three equal portions.
- Mix cocoa powder into the first portion. Mix powdered freeze-dried strawberries and optional food coloring into the second portion. Leave the third portion plain vanilla.
- Flatten each dough portion into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough disc into an 8×10 inch rectangle. Layer vanilla, then strawberry, then chocolate dough. Roll tightly into a log.
- Wrap the log and chill for at least 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chilled log into ¼-inch thick rounds. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins