Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add Egg and Extracts: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.

Divide the Dough: Split the dough into equal portions, depending on how many colors you want to use (at least 3 is recommended).

Color the Dough: Add food coloring to each portion, kneading until the colors are well incorporated. Use gloves to avoid staining your hands.

Roll the Dough: Roll each colored dough portion into logs about 1 inch in diameter.

Create the Spiral: Stack the colored logs on top of each other and gently press them together. Roll the stacked logs into a larger log, ensuring the colors swirl together.

Chill the Dough: Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Slice the Cookies: Once chilled, remove the log from the fridge and slice it into ¼-inch thick rounds.

Bake: Place the cookie slices on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.

Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.