Chocolate and Vanilla Striped Cookies

Chocolate and Vanilla Striped Cookies

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Dough:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Vanilla Dough:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chocolate Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
   • Shape the dough into a rectangle, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. Prepare the Vanilla Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
   • Shape the dough into a rectangle, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
   • Roll out the chocolate dough between two sheets of parchment paper into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Roll out the vanilla dough between two sheets of parchment paper into a large rectangle of the same size.
   • Carefully place the vanilla dough on top of the chocolate dough. Use a rolling pin to gently press them together.
   • Trim the edges to create an even rectangle. Cut the dough into strips, then cut each strip into smaller pieces to form cookies.
   • If desired, use a fork or a dough scraper to create ridges on the top of each cookie.
4. Bake the Cookies:
   • Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are lightly golden.
   • Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Serve:
   • Once the cookies are completely cooled, serve and enjoy!

Tips:

• Ensure the dough is well chilled before rolling and cutting to maintain clean edges.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Enjoy your delicious chocolate and vanilla striped cookies