Description
Zebra Cookies are a delightful blend of rich chocolate and sweet vanilla, offering a visually stunning striped design that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Each soft, chewy cookie is a treat for the senses, making them perfect for special occasions or an afternoon snack. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create these enchanting cookies that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide dough in half; mix cocoa powder into one half to create chocolate dough.
- Alternate spoonfuls of chocolate and vanilla dough onto baking sheets to form stripes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft; cool on racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg