Ribbon Cookies by Donna B of Summerville of So Carolina
Brighten up your holiday cookie tray with these vibrant Ribbon Cookies by Donna B of Summerville, South Carolina! These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats feature festive layers of red, green, and plain dough, held together by a sweet ribbon of seedless raspberry jam. Not only are they visually stunning, but their tender, crumbly texture and hint of vanilla make them an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Perfectly portioned for sharing, this recipe yields 36 cookies that are ideal for cookie exchanges, parties, or as an elegant homemade gift. Plus, these stunning striped cookies are easy to make with simple ingredients and a touch of creativity. Let these holiday ribbon cookies be the centerpiece of your seasonal celebrations or any festive occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 5 drops red food coloring
- 5 drops green food coloring
- 0.25 cups seedless raspberry jam
- 1 sheet parchment paper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined to form a smooth dough.
Divide the dough into three equal portions. Leave one portion plain (uncolored).
To the second portion of dough, add 5 drops of red food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
To the third portion of dough, add 5 drops of green food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of dough into a rectangle, approximately 1/4 inch thick and 12 inches long.
Carefully layer the rectangles on top of each other: start with the green dough, spread a thin layer of seedless raspberry jam on top, add the plain (uncolored) dough, spread another thin layer of jam, and finish with the red dough on top.
Trim the edges of the layered dough to create a clean rectangle, then cut the dough lengthwise into 2-inch wide strips.
Cut the strips into 1-inch pieces and gently transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, laying them flat with the layers visible.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your ribbon cookies as a colorful and festive treat, or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 103.8 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 922 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 470.1 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 230.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 448 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
