Sand Art Cookie

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Divide the dough into equal portions depending on how many colors you would like to use.

5. Add a different color of gel food coloring to each portion of dough. Knead the dough until the color is evenly distributed, adding more coloring as needed to achieve your desired hue.

6. Roll each colored dough into long ropes of equal length and thickness. Gently press the ropes together to form a log with multiple colors, creating a vibrant rainbow effect.

7. Carefully twist the dough log to create a spiral pattern, being careful not to overmix the colors.

8. Wrap the dough log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the dough.

9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

10. Once chilled, slice the dough log into cookies of even thickness. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.

11. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

12. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

13. Once cooled, serve your Sand Art Cookies on a platter and watch as your guests marvel at the vibrant and artistic designs within each treat.