Zebra Cookies Chocolate Vanilla (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp baking powder
# Instructions:
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Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
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Split the dough into two equal portions. Leave one portion plain and mix the cocoa powder into the other to create chocolate and vanilla layers.
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Layer small portions of vanilla and chocolate dough alternately in your baking pan. Use a toothpick or skewer to create swirled patterns.
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Refrigerate the layered dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Place a piece of bread in the container to maintain softness.
# Notes:
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To achieve a soft texture, let the dough chill thoroughly before baking.
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For a fun twist, consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt, a drizzle of melted white chocolate, or mixing in chopped nuts.