Rainbow Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 1/4 cups (275g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) vanilla extract
• Food coloring gel (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)

Preparation Time:

• 1 hour

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3/5 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and beat until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and milk.
5. Alternately add dry ingredients and vanilla to wet ingredients, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
6. Divide dough into 6 equal portions.
7. Tint each portion with a different color of food coloring gel.
8. Roll out each portion into a 12x9-inch (30x23cm) rectangle.
9. Stack the dough layers in alternating colors.
10. Wrap the dough stack in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
11. Slice the dough into 1/4-inch (6mm) thick bars.
12. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
13. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on the edges.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 2 cookies
• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g (15%)
• Saturated Fat: 6g (30%)
• Cholesterol: 55mg (18%)
• Sodium: 120mg (5%)
• Carbohydrates: 35g (12%)
• Fiber: 1g (4%)
• Sugar: 20g (22%)
• Protein: 5g (10%)

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and visually appealing
• Moist and chewy texture
• Nutty and buttery flavor
• Perfect for parties and special occasions

User Comments:

• "These rainbow cookies are absolutely stunning! They taste even better than they look."
• "The perfect balance of sweetness and color. I can't resist eating them."
• "I made these for my son's birthday party and they were a huge hit."
• "I love that they use everyday ingredients that I can find at my local grocery store."
• "The only downside is that they are a bit labor-intensive to make. But they are so worth it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
• If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for an additional 30 minutes before shaping.
• If you don't have food coloring gel, you can use liquid food coloring. However, the colors may not be as vibrant.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.