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Zebra Cookies Recipe

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These Zebra Cookies are delightful swirled treats featuring a perfect balance of vanilla and chocolate dough. Crispy on the edges and soft inside, they bring a visually striking pattern and delicious flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Chocolate Dough

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly to blend all ingredients.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until the dough comes together.
  6. Divide Dough: Split the dough into two equal portions to prepare for the vanilla and chocolate components.
  7. Create Chocolate Dough: Add the cocoa powder and milk to one portion of the dough, mixing until the chocolate dough is fully incorporated and smooth.
  8. Form Dough Balls: Roll both the vanilla dough and the chocolate dough into small, 1-inch-sized balls separately.
  9. Make Logs: Roll one vanilla dough ball and one chocolate dough ball together carefully to form a log shape that combines both doughs.
  10. Slice Cookies: Cut the dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Bake Cookies: Bake the sliced cookies in the preheated oven for 12 minutes or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
  12. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is fully softened to achieve a smooth and creamy dough texture.
  • For richer chocolate flavor, consider using Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
  • Slicing the logs evenly helps maintain consistent cookie sizes and uniform baking.
  • If you want firmer cookies, reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes and check doneness carefully.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.

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