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Colorful Marbled Sugar Cookies

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These colorful marbled sugar cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat! Swirl vibrant colors into the dough for a unique and beautiful treat, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Gel food coloring (various colors)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide the dough into several small bowls, one for each color you want to use.
  6. Add a few drops of gel food coloring to each bowl and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
  7. Roll small pieces of each colored dough together to create a marbled effect.
  8. Wrap the marbled dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness.
  11. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
  12. Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  13. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  14. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of almond extract to the dough along with the vanilla. Decorate the cookies with icing and sprinkles after they have cooled completely.

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