Zebra Cookies Chocolate Vanilla (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 315 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 100 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 200 grams granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 227 grams unsalted butter, softened
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Instructions:

01 - Beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar using a stand mixer or hand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
02 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract until fully combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a uniform dough forms.
04 - Divide the dough evenly into two portions. Leave one portion plain. Blend unsweetened cocoa powder thoroughly into the second portion for a chocolate dough.
05 - Cover both dough portions with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Alternate placing spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate dough on a parchment-lined baking tray. Use a skewer or toothpick to gently swirl the two doughs, creating a zebra pattern.
07 - Preheat oven to 175 degrees Celsius.
08 - Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and centers appear slightly soft.
09 - Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Notes:

01 - For soft cookies, chill the dough thoroughly before baking and store finished cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread.