In the mid-20th century a fascination with all things tiki and Polynesian swept the US. One of the premiere restaurants at the time was the tropical-themed Trader Vic’s where the mai tai drink originated. It was created to compliment a particular rum, but evolved into a super sweet drink that’s been pleasing crowds ever since. The phrase “mai tai” is an abbreviated form of the Tahitian phrase for “the best”.
In this cookie adaptation the flavors of cherry and lime come through, rolled in a sweet dough. Instead of a Maraschino cherry garnish, these pinwheel cookies have a sweet outer layer of sugar crystals that recall the bright appearance and sweet flavor of this mid-century drink.
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE DOUGH:
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
zest of 1 orange
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
FOR THE FILLING AND PREPARATION:
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup cherry preserves or jam
1 tablespoon rum flavoring
zest of 1 lime
1 cup red or Turbinado sugar crystals for decoration
Full recipe: 12tomatoes.com...
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