{"id":2921,"date":"2023-06-15T11:14:25","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T15:14:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/?p=2921"},"modified":"2023-06-27T11:02:08","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T15:02:08","slug":"watermelon-slice-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/watermelon-slice-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"watermelon slice cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Watermelon slice cookies are so fun to make and a great dessert for summer BBQs and parties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs.jpg\" alt=\"slice and bake watermelon cookies for summer \" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-2932\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/5_watermelon-refrigated-sugar-cookie-logs-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">watermelon slice cookies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I originally made these<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thedecoratedcookie.com\/watermelon-slice-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> watermelon slice cookies <\/a><\/strong>several years ago, and they were such a hit! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/slice-and-bake-cookies\">Slice and bake cookies <\/a><\/strong>are some of my favorite cookies to make. Here, I start with my no-fail, delicious <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/sugar-cookies-with-powdered-sugar\/\">sugar cookies with powdered sugar<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it's optional, you can even add watermelon extract so these are the real deal! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you're looking for more cool treats, try these<a href=\"https:\/\/thedecoratedcookie.com\/pool-party-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong> pool party cookies<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;or <a href=\"https:\/\/thedecoratedcookie.com\/mini-popsicle-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>mini popsicle cookies<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1_watermelon-slice-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"watermelon slice sugar cookies\" class=\"wp-image-2928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1_watermelon-slice-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1_watermelon-slice-cookies-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1_watermelon-slice-cookies-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1_watermelon-slice-cookies-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1_watermelon-slice-cookies-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">more slice and bake cookie ideas <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Adorable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/bug-slice-and-bake-cookies\/\">ladybug and bumble bee cookies <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flavorful <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/pistachio-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pistachio cookies<\/a><\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clever <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/cinnamon-roll-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cinnamon roll cookies <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">how to make watermelon slice and bake sugar cookies <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These cookies take a bit of time to assemble, but the shape is relatively easy, and they are fun to make. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INGREDIENTS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour<\/strong> for the base of the cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt <\/strong>adds necessary flavor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Butter<\/strong> -- My personal preference is to use salted butter in baking because I love sweet and salty. However, if you'd like to go the traditional route, use unsalted butter. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confectioner's sugar<\/strong> -- I use confectioner's sugar (also known as icing sugar or powdered sugar) instead of granulated sugar for the taste and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You'll need a<strong> large egg<\/strong>.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pure <strong>vanilla extract <\/strong>adds flavor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>OPTIONAL: To add actual watermelon flavor, try adding a bit of <strong>WATERMELON FLAVORING<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mini chocolate chips<\/strong> -- these are your \"seeds.\" <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">tools you'll need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need several&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/baking-trays-and-cookie-sheets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">baking trays<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Line your trays with&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Rhbxcw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">parchment paper&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>for best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While our recipes provide both the metric and non-metric amounts, for best results, we recommend a&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ApCjKt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&nbsp;digital scale<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I use an&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ApCjKt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">oven thermometer<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;for accuracy. (This is how I know my oven runs 25 degrees cold.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need a<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3El6cMn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&nbsp;rolling pin<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;to roll out the dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use<strong> wax paper<\/strong> to wrap your logs of cookie dough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1801\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"refrigerated sugar cookies that look like watermelon\" class=\"wp-image-2931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies-720x1081.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/4_ice-box-watermelon-sugar-cookies-180x270.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Food Coloring to use for cookies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To color the cookie dough, you'll need pink and green food coloring. You may use any gel paste food coloring from online or the craft store. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, my recommendation for best results is to use <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/42FkT71\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Americolor Electric Pink<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3qH2edR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Americolor Electric Green<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to assemble your cookies <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the recipe to prepare the sugar cookie dough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Divide the dough in half. To tint the dough, you may knead several drops of food coloring into the dough with your hands, but to avoid overheating the dough, I recommend using an electric hand mixer or standing mixer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-cut-out-sugar-cookie-dough.jpg\" alt=\"cut-out sugar cookie dough divided\" class=\"wp-image-2933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-cut-out-sugar-cookie-dough.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-cut-out-sugar-cookie-dough-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-cut-out-sugar-cookie-dough-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-cut-out-sugar-cookie-dough-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-cut-out-sugar-cookie-dough-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Place each color dough in a Ziplock bag or covered in a bowl and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours. (If you're in a hurry, freeze for 30 minutes.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-pink-green-cookie-dough.jpg\" alt=\"green and pink sugar cookie dough\" class=\"wp-image-2934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-pink-green-cookie-dough.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-pink-green-cookie-dough-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-pink-green-cookie-dough-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-pink-green-cookie-dough-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-pink-green-cookie-dough-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On a floured surface, roll the green dough out to form a square about 8-inches long by 6 \u00bd inches wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Form the pink dough into a log about 8-inches long and 2-inches in diameter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap the green dough around the pink dough, rolling with your hands a bit to smooth. Wrap the entire log in wax paper and chill for 2 to 3 hours (or freeze for 1 hour).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-bake-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"pink and green tinted cookie dough\" class=\"wp-image-2936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-bake-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-bake-cookies-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-bake-cookies-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-bake-cookies-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-bake-cookies-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-refrigerated-cookies-log.jpg\" alt=\"refrigerated slice and bake cookies log\" class=\"wp-image-2935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-refrigerated-cookies-log.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-refrigerated-cookies-log-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-refrigerated-cookies-log-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-refrigerated-cookies-log-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-refrigerated-cookies-log-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the dough is very well set, slice into \u215c-inch pieces. Slice each round in half. Arrange on parchment paper-lined baking trays. Gently press a few mini chocolate chips into each cookie. Bake until the edges start to brown, about 15 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-cookies-baking.jpg\" alt=\"watermelon cookies refrigerated cookie dough log\" class=\"wp-image-2937\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-cookies-baking.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-cookies-baking-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-cookies-baking-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-cookies-baking-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-slice-cookies-baking-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-summer-sugar-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"watermelon slice cookies on baking tray\" class=\"wp-image-2938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-summer-sugar-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-summer-sugar-cookies-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-summer-sugar-cookies-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-summer-sugar-cookies-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/how-to-watermelon-summer-sugar-cookies-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I freeze the cookies? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Store in an air-tight container for up to a week at room temperature. You may also freeze the cookies in a freezer Ziplock. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just let the cookies thaw IN the bag at room temperature before opening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1201\" src=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/3_refrigerated-watermelon-slice-and-bake-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"watermelon slice cookies with mini chocolate chips\" class=\"wp-image-2930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/3_refrigerated-watermelon-slice-and-bake-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/3_refrigerated-watermelon-slice-and-bake-cookies-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/3_refrigerated-watermelon-slice-and-bake-cookies-720x721.jpg 720w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/3_refrigerated-watermelon-slice-and-bake-cookies-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/howtomakeeasycookies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/3_refrigerated-watermelon-slice-and-bake-cookies-768x769.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">printable recipe <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mv-recipe\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"http:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Recipe\",\"name\":\"watermelon slice cookies \",\"author\":{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Meaghan Mountford\"},\"datePublished\":\"2023-06-14\",\"recipeYield\":36,\"description\":\"Great for summer parties and BBQs: Watermelon slice cookies. 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Easy refrigerated slice and bake sugar cookies. <\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/header>\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"mv-create-times mv-create-times-4\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-time mv-create-time-prep\">\n\t\t\t<strong class=\"mv-create-time-label mv-create-uppercase mv-create-strong\">Prep Time<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-time-format\"><span class=\"mv-time-part mv-time-minutes\">30 minutes<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-time mv-create-time-active\">\n\t\t\t<strong class=\"mv-create-time-label mv-create-uppercase mv-create-strong\">Cook Time<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-time-format\"><span class=\"mv-time-part mv-time-minutes\">15 minutes<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-time mv-create-time-additional\">\n\t\t\t<strong class=\"mv-create-time-label mv-create-uppercase mv-create-strong\">Additional Time<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-time-format\"><span class=\"mv-time-part mv-time-hours\">3 hours<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-time mv-create-time-total\">\n\t\t\t<strong class=\"mv-create-time-label mv-create-uppercase mv-create-strong\">Total Time<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-time-format\"><span class=\"mv-time-part mv-time-hours\">3 hours<\/span> <span class=\"mv-time-part mv-time-minutes\">45 minutes<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mv-create-target mv-create-primary-unit\"><div class=\"mv_slot_target\" data-slot=\"recipe\"><\/div><\/div>\t<div class=\"mv-create-ingredients\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"mv-create-ingredients-title mv-create-title-secondary\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t2 sticks butter, slightly softened (226 grams)\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t1 cup confectioner's sugar (110 grams)\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t1 large egg\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u00bc teaspoon watermelon extract (OPTIONAL)\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t2 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour (320 grams)\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t1 teaspoon salt (use \u00bd teaspoon salt if using salted butter)\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tgreen and pink gel paste food coloring\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tmini chocolate chips \t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-hands-free\"><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-instructions mv-create-instructions-slot-v2\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"mv-create-instructions-title mv-create-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t<ol><li id=\"mv_create_115_1\">Prepare your cookie dough: In a bowl with an electric hand mixer or in a standing mixer, beat the butter. Add the confectioner's sugar and blend well. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_2\">Beat in the egg and extracts (if using). <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_3\">In separate bowl, briefly whisk the flour and salt. Gradually add to the cookie mixture until well blended. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_4\">Divide the dough in half. Add several drops of pink food coloring to one half of the dough and mix well with the mixer or standing mixer. Clean the bowl and repeat with the other half of the dough, making green. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_5\">Place the dough in Ziplock bags and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours. If you're in a hurry, freeze for 30 minutes instead. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_6\">On a lightly floured surface, roll out the green dough into a rectangle 8 inches long by 6 \u00bd inches. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_7\">Form the pink dough into a log 8 inches long and 2 inches in diameter. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_8\">Wrap the green dough around the pink, smoothing with your hands. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_9\">Wrap the entire log in wax paper and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or overnight. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_10\">Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_11\">Unwrap and slice the logs in \u215c-inch slices. Slice each circle in half. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_12\">Spread on baking trays lined with parchment paper with 1 to 2 inches between. <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_13\">Press a few mini chocolate chips on each for \"seeds.\" <\/li><li id=\"mv_create_115_14\">Bake until the edges start to brown, about 15 minutes for each tray. <\/li><\/ol>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"mv-create-notes mv-create-notes-slot-v2\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"mv-create-notes-title mv-create-title-secondary\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-notes-content\">\n\t\t\t<p><p>I prefer using salted butter personally, but traditionally, unsalted butter is used. <\/p><p>For food coloring, I recommend Americolor Soft Gel Paste in Electric Green and Electric Pink. <\/p><p>Bake one tray at a time, keeping the rest of the dough and cookies in the refrigerator. <\/p><p>Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to a week. <\/p><p>Or, freeze the cookies in a freezer ziplock. To thaw, let thaw at room temperature in the sealed bag. <\/p><p><\/p><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"mv-create-video\">\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-video-target mv-video-id-i3zxp8axskeskc6aobib\" data-video-id=\"i3zxp8axskeskc6aobib\" data-volume=\"70\" data-disable-jsonld=\"true\"><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"mv-create-nutrition\">\n\t<div class=\"mv-create-nutrition-box\">\n\t\t<h4 class=\"mv-create-nutrition-title mv-create-strong\"><span>Nutrition Information:<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-yield\"><h4 class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase mv-create-strong\">Yield:<\/h4> 36<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-serving-size \"><h4 class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase mv-create-strong\">Serving Size:<\/h4> 1<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t<br><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-amount\"><em>Amount Per Serving:<\/em><\/span>\n\n\t\t<span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-calories\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Calories:<\/span> 114<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-total-fat\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Total Fat:<\/span> 7g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-saturated-fat mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Saturated Fat:<\/span> 4g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-trans-fat mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Trans Fat:<\/span> 0g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-unsaturated-fat mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Unsaturated Fat:<\/span> 2g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-cholesterol\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Cholesterol:<\/span> 19mg<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-sodium\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Sodium:<\/span> 102mg<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Carbohydrates:<\/span> 13g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-fiber mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Fiber:<\/span> 1g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-sugar mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Sugar:<\/span> 6g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-protein\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Protein:<\/span> 1g<\/span>\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<p class=\"mv-create-nutrition-disclaimer\"><em>HowToMakeEasyCookies.com offers nutritional information for recipes contained on this site as a courtesy and is an estimate only. 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