CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT PINWHEELS

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My cookie-loving family is never satisfied with just one batch of these minty pinwheels, so I automatically double the recipe each time I bake them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons peppermint extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, milk and extract. Combine the flour, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half. Add chocolate to one portion and mix well. , Roll each portion between waxed paper into a 16x7-in. rectangle, about 1/4-in. thick. Remove top sheet of waxed paper; place plain dough over chocolate dough. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Unwrap dough and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ahmed Aljrf
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I love the way these pinwheels look. They're so festive and perfect for the holidays.


Iloanusi Onyinye
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These pinwheels are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Larry Jones
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I've made these pinwheels several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for parties or just as a sweet treat.


Noah John
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I'm not a big fan of peppermint, but these pinwheels were still really good.


Haqnawaz ali
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These pinwheels were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They're so delicious and festive.


Jibraj
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I had some trouble getting the pinwheels to roll up, but they still tasted delicious.


Saurab Kumal
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These pinwheels were a bit too minty for my taste, but my friends loved them.


Amishe Praise Dauda
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These pinwheels are so beautiful and festive. I can't wait to make them for my next party.


Yolanda Ibarra
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I've never made pinwheels before, but these were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again.


David Mihai
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These pinwheels are a great way to use up leftover candy canes.


Shelly Pierce
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I made these pinwheels for my kids and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Dalepru Marma
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I love the combination of chocolate and peppermint. These pinwheels are the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Magidahmed Magid
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These pinwheels are so festive and perfect for the holidays.


Maria McKenzie
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I've made these pinwheels several times now and they are always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for parties or just as a sweet treat.


S h e h z a d W r i t e s
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The recipe was easy to follow and the pinwheels turned out beautiful. I will definitely be making these again.


Rebecca Moor
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I made these for a holiday party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


A.J The Mad Gamer
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These chocolate peppermint pinwheels were so easy to make and turned out absolutely delicious! I was worried they would be too minty, but the balance of chocolate and peppermint was perfect.