Spiral Cookie Rolls: Let Yourself be Tempted by a Quick, Delicious Snack!

Cookie Rolls are spiral-shaped treats combining tender cookie dough with smooth vanilla custard, topped with chocolate chips and powdered sugar.

Simple to prepare yet visually appealing, they serve as a versatile snack suitable for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert.

What are Cookie Rolls?

Cookie Rolls are similar to cinnamon rolls and swirl cookies. They borrow the charm of a rolled pastry and pair it with an easy, cake-like cookie dough and a spooned-on vanilla cream. There’s no single historic origin, they are the comfort-food mashups inspired by rolled pastries from many kitchens. This includes Scandinavian pinwheels, Italian biscotti shapes, and classic American sweet rolls, all rolled into one friendly snack.

Pro Tips for the Best Cookie Rolls

• Make the custard thick, and when it coats the back of a spoon and doesn’t run, it’s ready. This keeps the spiral topping from bleeding into the dough.
• If your dough is loose, use a piping bag to pipe spirals, but if it’s firmer, roll it into ropes and coil them into spirals. Either technique works, just keep the sizes even.
• Grease the pan or line it with parchment to make removal easy.
• Scatter chocolate chips after placing the custard so they stay on top and melt prettily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make the custard in advance?

Yes, you can make the vanilla custard up to 48 hours ahead. Cool it, cover with cling film pressed onto the surface, and refrigerate. Bring to a spreadable temperature before using.

My spirals lost their shape in the oven, why?

If the dough is too loose or too wet, the spirals can relax in the oven. Try chilling the formed spirals in the fridge for 15–20 minutes before baking, or make the dough slightly stiffer by adding a tablespoon or two of flour.

Can I substitute the oil with butter?

Melted butter will give a richer flavor. If using butter, let it cool slightly before adding it to the eggs to avoid cooking them.

How to Store Cookie Rolls

Store cooled cookie rolls at room temperature for up to 2 days. For the best texture, place a sheet of parchment between layers so they don’t stick.

How to Make Cookie Rolls

Step 1

Step 1

In a small saucepan, whisk together sugar and corn starch, egg yolk, milk, vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth. Place over medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture thickens.

In a small saucepan, whisk together sugar and corn starch, egg yolk, milk, vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth. Place over medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture thickens.

Step 2

Step 2

Whisk eggs with sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until combined. Then, mix in flour and baking powder.

Whisk eggs with sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until combined. Then, mix in flour and baking powder.

Step 3

Step 3

Pipe small spirals onto a greased pan and top with the custard.

Pipe small spirals onto a greased pan and top with the custard.

Step 4

Step 4

Sprinkle in chocolate chips and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes.

Sprinkle in chocolate chips and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Step 5

Remove from the oven and dust generously with powdered sugar just before serving.

Remove from the oven and dust generously with powdered sugar just before serving.