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These pretty fun green swirl cookies are great for St. Patrick’s Day.

This recipe courtesy of tasteofhome

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (2 each) equals 161 calories, 7 grams fat (4 grams saturated fat), 34 milligrams cholesterol, 155 milligrams sodium, 22 grams carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 grams protein.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1-1/4 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• Green food coloring

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Beat in corn syrup and vanilla.
4. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.
5. Divide dough in half. To one portion, add peppermint extract and food coloring. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
6. On a baking sheet, roll out each portion between two sheets of waxed paper into a 14-inch x 9-inch rectangle. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7. Remove waxed paper. Place plain rectangle over green rectangle. Roll up tightly jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
8. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place 2 inch apart on greased baking sheets.
9. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.