Swirled Citrus Butter Cookies

Ingredients and Weight: - 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar - 1 large egg - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar - 1/4 cup (60ml) freshly squeezed orange juice - 1/4 cup (60ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined.
5. Divide the dough in half. In one half, add the orange juice and stir until well combined. In the other half, add the lemon juice and stir until well combined.
6. Roll out each dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
7. Cut out shapes using a cookie cutter.
8. Place half of the orange cookies on the prepared baking sheet. Top each cookie with a lemon cookie, pressing gently to adhere.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cookies and sprinkle with additional powdered sugar, if desired.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown.
11. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (2 cookies): - Calories: 200 - Fat: 10g - Carbohydrates: 25g - Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics: - Delicate and buttery - Sweet and tart citrus flavor - Swirled colors for visual appeal

User Comments: - "These cookies are so delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of orange and lemon." - "My kids love these cookies and they're always asking me to make them." - "The swirl design is so pretty and makes these cookies perfect for any occasion."

Special Precautions and Tips: - Use fresh citrus juice for the best flavor. - If the dough becomes too sticky, add more flour 1 tablespoon at a time. - Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.