Pineapple Pinwheel Cookies
Get ready to treat your taste buds with these delightful Pineapple Pinwheel Cookies! They’re sweet, creamy, and oh-so-addictive!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon almond extract
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Add in the eggs, one at a time, along with the almond extract, mixing well to combine.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. On a floured surface, roll the dough out into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
6. In another bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and drained crushed pineapple until smooth.
7. Spread the pineapple filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, reaching all the edges.
8. Carefully roll the dough into a log shape, then slice it into even rounds.
9. Arrange the cookie rounds on your prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these sweet, tropical treats with family and friends! They’re the perfect addition to any gathering.
