Go Back
u3887994962 valentines day swirl cookies on a white ceramic p 3f31cd14 5ed8 440a a677 334f0ea02f98 3

Valentine’s Day Swirl Cookies

Beautiful Valentine’s Day swirl cookies made with buttery sugar cookie dough, colorful pinwheel centers, and festive sprinkles. Perfect for parties, gifts, and holiday baking.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 48 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sugar Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Color & Decoration
  • 1 few drops Red or pink food coloring
  • 1/2 cup Valentine sprinkles for rolling

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Rolling Pin
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add powdered sugar, granulated sugar, butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
  2. Divide the dough in half. Leave one half plain and tint the other half with food coloring until evenly colored.
  3. Roll each dough portion between parchment paper into equal rectangles. Chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  4. Place the colored dough on top of the plain dough. Trim edges and roll tightly into a log.
  5. Roll the dough log in sprinkles, wrap tightly, and chill again for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice dough into rounds, place on baking sheets, and bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly set.

Notes

For best swirl definition, keep the dough well chilled before slicing and baking. Gel food coloring gives the most vibrant color.