Sugar Swirl Cookies

• butter8 tablespoon
• sugar1 cup
• egg1
• vanilla extract½ teaspoon
• salt½ teaspoon
• flour1 ½ cup
• red food coloring½ teaspoon
• sprinkles0

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, mix together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

2. 2

   Mix in egg, vanilla, and salt.

3. 3

   Mix in flour.

4. 4

   Make the dough into a ball and cut into two halves.

5. 5

   Add food coloring to one half of the dough, working it in until evenly mixed.

6. 6

   On a large cutting board covered in plastic wrap, use a rolling pin to roll out each piece of dough to make two 12x9-inch (30x22-cm) rectangles.

7. 7

   Tip: Place wax paper over the dough while rolling to keep the dough from sticking to the rolling pin.

8. 8

   Take the colored dough rectangle and place it over the other regular dough rectangle.

9. 9

   Use the plastic wrap under the regular dough rectangle to help you roll the two rectangles up.

10. 10

    Fill a flat dish or baking pan with sprinkles.

11. 11

    Roll the dough around it until the outside is completely coated.

12. 12

    Chill for at least 4 hours.

13. 13

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

14. 14

    Cut the dough into ¼-inch (6-mm) slices and place them on a cookie sheet.

15. 15

    Bake for 8-10 minutes, until blonde.

16. 16

    Enjoy!