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Zebra Cookies

Zebra Cookies: Indulge in Swirled Chocolate-Vanilla Bliss

Delight in these Zebra Cookies, featuring a beautiful swirl of chocolate and vanilla flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
For the Chocolate Layer
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
For the Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract pure for best flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • toothpick or skewer
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Incorporate eggs one at a time; mix well.
  3. Whisk together flour and cocoa powder; gradually add to wet ingredients.
  4. Divide the dough; mix cocoa powder into one portion.
  5. Drop scoops of vanilla and chocolate dough on baking sheet; swirl gently.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes; edges should be golden.
  7. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain cookie texture.

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