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Vanilla Chai Pinwheel Cookies

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these beautifully layered vanilla and chai spice cookies, perfect for festive occasions or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

Doughs

  • 2¾ cups all purpose flour, divided
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened and divided
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs, divided
  • 2½ teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/4 cup sparkling or turbinado sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Prepare two doughs: mix dry ingredients for each, toast and process pecans, then chill both doughs for 1 hour.
  • Roll each dough into 16x12-inch rectangles, layer, and roll into logs. Chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Brush logs with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, and slice into ¼-inch pieces. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  • Cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Chill doughs thoroughly for best rolling and shaping results.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookies