Colorful watermelon frosted sugar cookies on a plate

Why Make This Recipe

Watermelon Frosted Sugar Cookies are not just delicious; they are also visually appealing and fun to make. These cookies remind us of summer picnics and joyful gatherings. With their sweet, buttery flavor and bright colors, they are perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because! Plus, these cookies are a great way to get creative with decorating.

How to Make Watermelon Frosted Sugar Cookies

Making these delightful cookies is simple and straightforward. Just follow these easy steps, and you’ll have a batch ready to impress friends and family.

Ingredients

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Buttercream frosting
Chocolate ganache
Food coloring (red and green)

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set this mixture aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredient mixture.
Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place them onto ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass. You can add additional sugar on top if you want.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a couple of minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Once the cookies are cool, frost them with buttercream and drizzle with chocolate ganache. Use green food coloring for the rind and red for the watermelon flesh.
Let the cookies set before serving.

How to Serve Watermelon Frosted Sugar Cookies

These cookies are best served at room temperature. You can place them on a decorative plate or clear glass platter for a colorful display. They make a great treat at summer parties or family gatherings.

How to Store Watermelon Frosted Sugar Cookies

Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh. They can last for up to one week at room temperature. If you need to store them longer, consider refrigerating them, which can keep them good for up to two weeks.

Tips to Make Watermelon Frosted Sugar Cookies

Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
If you want thicker cookies, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.
Feel free to experiment with different flavors of extracts in the dough.

Variation

You can mix in chocolate chips or sprinkles for added texture and flavor. Another fun variation is to make mini cookies for bite-sized treats.

FAQs

Q: Can I freeze the cookies?
A: Yes, you can freeze the cookies. Place them in a single layer in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper.

Q: What if I don’t have almond extract?
A: You can omit the almond extract or replace it with an equal amount of more vanilla extract.

Q: Can I use store-bought frosting?
A: Absolutely! Store-bought frosting can save you time and still taste delicious on your cookies.