These cookies offer two irresistible options: classic chocolate chip cookies and visually stunning pinwheel cookies. Both recipes are easy to make and perfect for satisfying a sweet craving. The pinwheel cookies feature a delightful swirl of vanilla and chocolate, while the chocolate chip cookies bring a rich, buttery flavor with chunks of dark chocolate. Simple, delicious, and great for small batches!
Why You’ll Love These Recipes:
You’ll love these recipes for their simplicity and versatility. The pinwheel cookies are not only tasty but also visually impressive, making them perfect for special occasions or a fun baking project. The classic chocolate chip cookies offer a timeless, chewy texture with melty chocolate chunks. These small-batch recipes are ideal for enjoying freshly baked cookies without the temptation of too many leftovers.
Perfect Occasion:
These cookies are great for a variety of occasions—whether you’re baking for a weekend treat, a cozy afternoon snack, or a dessert to share with friends. The pinwheel cookies add a decorative touch to any cookie platter, while the chocolate chip cookies are a timeless favorite.
Pinwheel Cookies
Ingredients (Makes about 10 small cookies):
- 100g All-Purpose Flour
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- 1/8 tsp Kosher Salt
- 57g Cold Butter
- 50g Sugar
- 1/2 Egg Yolk
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1-3 tsp Ice Cold Water
- 1.5 tbsp Cocoa Powder
Frosting:
- 70g Powdered Sugar
- 1 tbsp Milk
Instructions:
- Prepare Dough: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Rub in cold butter. Add sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, and water (as needed). Split dough in two; add cocoa powder to one half. Chill both doughs for 1 hour.
- Roll and Bake: Roll out both doughs, layer, and roll into a log. Slice into pinwheels. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 10-15 minutes.
- Frosting: Mix powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle over cooled cookies.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients (Makes about 6-7 cookies):
- 60g Room Temperature Butter
- 60g Granulated Sugar
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 100g All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Egg Yolk
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 70g Dark Chocolate, chopped
Instructions:
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Mix in egg yolk and vanilla.
- Mix and Bake: Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold in chocolate. Chill dough for 30 minutes, then bake at 175°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes or until golden.
Enjoy your freshly baked pinwheel and chocolate chip cookies!
