gravy got the grooves, I got the cookies😌🍪

You guys, I seriously had the best time making these tie-dye cookies, and I just had to share how I did it! When I first saw the idea, I thought it looked complicated, but it's actually so much fun and super rewarding to see those vibrant swirls come to life. If you've been wanting to try making some colorful treats, this is your sign! Here's what I used and how I made my batch of super cute tie-dye cookies: What You'll Need: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt Gel food coloring in various colors (I used pink, yellow, and light blue for that perfect pastel vibe!) Powdered sugar (for rolling, optional) My Easy Steps to Tie-Dye Cookie Magic: Cream the Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, I started by beating the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until it was light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. Add Wet Ingredients: Then, I mixed in the egg and vanilla extract until everything was well combined. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl! Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, I whisked together the flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps ensure all the leavening agents are evenly distributed. Gradually Add Dry to Wet: I slowly added the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough formed. Be careful not to overmix! Divide and Color: This is the fun part! I divided the dough into as many portions as I had colors (three for me: pink, yellow, light blue). In separate bowls, I added a few drops of gel food coloring to each portion and kneaded it gently until the color was evenly distributed. Gel colors work best for vibrant hues without changing the dough consistency too much. You can wear gloves for this part to keep your hands clean! Create the Tie-Dye Effect: Now, for the marbling! I took small pieces of each colored dough and randomly placed them together, stacking them a bit. Then, I gently pressed them together and either rolled them into a log or just lightly kneaded them a few times. Don't overmix here, or your colors will blend into one muddy color! The goal is distinct swirls. Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface (or between two sheets of parchment paper), I rolled out the dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Then, I used my favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes. You can also just cut them into squares or circles with a knife. Bake: I preheated my oven to 375°F (190°C) and lined a baking sheet with parchment paper. I placed the cut-out cookies about an inch apart and baked them for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges were lightly golden. Cool: Once baked, I let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They looked absolutely amazing, and tasted even better! These tie-dye cookies are such a hit, whether you're making them for a party or just a fun afternoon snack. Give it a try, you won't regret it!