Best 4 Lizzies Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with Lizzie's Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the richness of chocolate and the comforting taste of classic cookies. These cookies feature a unique pinwheel design, showcasing a beautiful swirl of light and dark cookie dough. The recipe includes step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfect results every time. Additionally, the article offers variations of the recipe, such as adding chopped nuts or dried fruits, to cater to different preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, Lizzie's Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies are a must-try recipe that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BASIC CHOCOLATE PINWHEEL COOKIES



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This recipe evolved from several different recipes that I combined into one. I've never received so many compliments on my baking!-Denise Hufford, Midland, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup baking cocoa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. , Divide dough in half; add cocoa to one portion. Divide each portion in half. On a baking sheet, roll out each portion between waxed paper into a 12x10-in. rectangle. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Remove waxed paper. Place one chocolate rectangle over a plain rectangle. Roll up tightly, jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; wrap in plastic. Repeat with remaining dough. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. , Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ICEBOX PINWHEEL COOKIES



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Notes about the recipe: To make these even fancier, you can roll the whole roll in coarse sugar before chilling. These keep in the freezer up to three weeks.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 6h26m

Yield 7 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together and set aside.
  • In a mixer with a paddle attachment cream the butter well; then add the sugar and continue creaming until light and fluffy. Add the eggs 1 at a time and then the vanilla.
  • On the low setting, add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Divide the dough in half and return half the dough to the mixer. Add the warm melted chocolate and mix to combine. Shape both pieces of dough into 4 by 4-inch square, and wrap them in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Cut each square into 4 strips then place them on a sheet pan and keep chilled while you roll out the dough. Between pieces of parchment paper, roll out a piece of chocolate dough into a rectangle 6 by 7 inches (have a ruler nearby). Roll a piece of vanilla dough out into a 6 by 6-inch square. Peel off the top pieces of parchment from both doughs and flip the vanilla dough onto the chocolate, allowing 1/2-inch border of chocolate dough around the top and bottom. Press the 2 doughs together lightly with a cake pan or other flat pan. Peel off the top piece of parchment and fold the 1/2-inch of over hanging chocolate dough up and over the vanilla dough. Use the parchment to roll up the dough into a tight pinwheel. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill 4 to 5 hours (roll the dough a couple times the first hour so it doesn't develop a flat side). Repeat with the remaining pieces of dough.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter a sheet pan. Unwrap the roll and cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place them 1 1/2 inches apart on the sheet pan and bake for 9 to 11 minutes.

CHOCOLATE PINWHEELS



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Keep a box of buttery pinwheels in your freezer for that time when you really need them.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 9h50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 1/4 cups butter or margarine, softened
1 egg
3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Betty Crocker™ chocolate candy sprinkles, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter and egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour and salt. Divide dough in half. Stir cocoa into one half. Stir chocolate sprinkles into other half. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Roll half of plain dough into 9x8-inch rectangle on lightly floured surface. Repeat with half of chocolate dough; place on plain dough. Roll doughs up together tightly, beginning at long side. Repeat with remaining plain and chocolate doughs. Wrap and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat oven to 400°F. Cut rolls into 1/4-inch slices. Place slices about 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Immediately remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 75 mg

SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE PINWHEEL COOKIES



Semisweet Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies image

Chocolate and vanilla provide a delightful contrast in their flavor and appearance. -Nancy Arevalo, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, melted
3 tablespoons whole milk, warmed

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Add melted chocolate to one portion; mix well. Refrigerate until chilled., Divide each portion of dough into fourths; shape each into a 5-in. log. Flatten into triangular-shaped logs. Brush long sides with milk. Assemble one large roll by alternating two chocolate and two plain logs. Repeat. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours., Preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap each roll; cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is ideal.
  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before you start baking. This will help the cookies to cream together properly.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking. This will help the cookies to keep their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

Lizzie's Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making them a great option for busy people. The cookies are also a great way to use up leftover chocolate. So next time you have a chocolate craving, give Lizzie's Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies a try.

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