Watermelon Slice Cookies (Printable Version)

Vibrant summer cookies shaped like watermelon slices with colorful designs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

→ Decoration

09 - Red and green gel food coloring
10 - Mini chocolate chips for seeds
11 - 2 tablespoons milk as needed

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
02 - Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
03 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until soft dough forms.
04 - Split dough into two portions: larger portion (about 2/3) and smaller portion (about 1/3). Tint larger portion with red food coloring, kneading until color is even. Tint smaller portion with green food coloring.
05 - Roll red dough into a 10-inch long, 2-inch diameter log. Roll green dough into rectangle large enough to wrap around log. Carefully wrap green dough around red log, pressing gently to adhere.
06 - Wrap dough log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
07 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
08 - Slice chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Cut each round in half to form watermelon slices. Press mini chocolate chips into red portion of each slice to mimic seeds.
09 - Place slices on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes until set but not browned. Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They look impressive but actually start with a simple sugar cookie base
  • The reveal moment when people realize theyre cookies never gets old
02 -
  • Chilling the log is non negotiable or the colors will blur together when sliced
  • Use a sharp knife and clean it between slices for the crispest edges
03 -
  • Add lime zest to the green dough for a subtle citrus twist that enhances the fresh effect
  • Let little hands press in the chocolate chips, kids love this part and every cookie turns out charming

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