Recipe For Maurice Lenell Pinwheel Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted for uniform texture
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature for easy mixing
• ¾ cup granulated sugar to provide just the right amount of sweetness
• 1 large egg to bind the dough and add richness
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for a warm, aromatic note
• ¼ teaspoon salt to balance the flavors perfectly
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed, for deep molasses undertones
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder to add a chocolaty dimension
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted to blend smoothly with the sugars
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to infuse warmth and subtle spice
• 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest for a bright, zesty contrast