Preheat oven to 325°F.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Knead the food coloring into the marzipan. Alternate the colors until it resembles a hot dog color.

Break a piece off and roll it into the shape of a mini hot dog.

Using a toothpick or paring knife, score the ends of the "hot dog" around in a circle. It helps to dip the toothpick or knife into water occasionally to get clean indentations.

Roll out the cookie dough and cut it into long strips.

Encircle each "hot dog" with a strip of cookie dough.

Seal the two ends of the dough together with your fingers.

I had a bit of marzipan leftover. So I made a teeny weenie!

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cookie dough browns slightly.

Transfer to a wire rack.

While cookies are still warm, gently push the toothpicks through the center

When cookies have cooled completely, lightly brush the marzipan "hot dog" part with simple syrup.

Plate and serve.