Ginger-Lemon Pinwheel Cookies

Vegetarian
Ginger-Lemon Pinwheel Cookies
45 min.
40
66kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of Ginger-Lemon Pinwheel Cookies, a perfect treat that combines the warm spices of ginger with the zesty brightness of lemon. These charming cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also offer a refreshing twist, making them the ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, celebrating a special event, or simply looking to indulge in a homemade delight, these cookies are sure to impress.

Ready in just 45 minutes and yielding 40 servings, this vegetarian recipe is both practical and delightful. Each cookie, with only 66 calories, allows you to enjoy a guilt-free moment of bliss! The combination of dark brown sugar, molasses, and a medley of spices creates a rich, flavorful base that pairs beautifully with the bright, tangy notes of lemon. The pinwheel design not only captivates the eye but also adds a fun twist to your dessert table.

Perfect for sharing with friends and family, these cookies can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without the last-minute rush. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to whip up a batch of these delightful cookies that will surely become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • large egg whites 
  • large egg yolk 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar 
  • Dash ground allspice 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted softened
  • tablespoons butter unsalted softened
  • 0.8 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. To prepare ginger dough, place 1/4 cup butter and brown sugar in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until well combined (about 3 minutes).
  2. Add molasses and egg yolk; beat until well blended. Weigh or lightly spoon 6 ounces (about 1 1/3 cups) flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  3. Combine 6 ounces flour, ginger, and next 4 ingredients (through allspice); stir with a whisk.
  4. Add flour mixture to butter mixture; beat at low speed just until combined. Wrap dough in plastic wrap; chill 30 minutes.
  5. To prepare lemon dough, place 5 tablespoons butter and granulated sugar in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until blended (about 3 minutes).
  6. Add egg white; beat until blended. Beat in rind and vanilla. Weigh or lightly spoon 6 ounces (about 1 1/3 cups) flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  7. Combine 6 ounces flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  8. Add flour mixture to butter mixture; beat at low speed just until combined. Wrap dough in plastic wrap; chill 30 minutes.
  9. Unwrap ginger dough.
  10. Roll ginger dough between sheets of plastic wrap into a 13 x 8 1/2inch rectangle (3/16 inch thick); chill 10 minutes. Unwrap lemon dough.
  11. Roll lemon dough between sheets of plastic wrap into a 13 x 9inch rectangle (3/16 inch thick); chill 10 minutes. Carefully stack ginger dough on top of lemon dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along one long edge. Starting with the long side without a border, roll up dough, jelly-roll fashion. Seal edges (do not seal ends of roll). Cover with plastic wrap; freeze 30 minutes.
  12. Preheat oven to 35
  13. Unwrap dough.
  14. Cut with a sharp knife into 40 slices (about 1/4 inch thick). Reshape rounds, if necessary. Arrange slices 1 inch apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  15. Bake, 1 batch at a time, at 350 for 8 to 9 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories66kcal
Protein3.73%
Fat36.74%
Carbs59.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.98
Glycemic Load
5.33
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2247826029425%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:66.24kcal
3.31%
Fat:2.75g
4.23%
Saturated Fat:1.68g
10.49%
Carbohydrates:10.02g
3.34%
Net Carbohydrates:9.86g
3.58%
Sugar:6.72g
7.46%
Cholesterol:11.4mg
3.8%
Sodium:17.93mg
0.78%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Protein:0.63g
1.25%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.17%
Selenium:2.29µg
3.27%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.31%
Folate:8.43µg
2.11%
Iron:0.34mg
1.86%
Vitamin A:85.76IU
1.72%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.67%
Magnesium:6.56mg
1.64%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.38%
Potassium:41.76mg
1.19%
Source:My Recipes