How do I make mermaid tail cookies?

Dive into an ocean of sweet treats with our Mermaid Tail Cookies recipe! These magical cookies are perfect for your next baking adventure.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Mermaid Tail Cookies. Items include: Butter Granulated sugar Vanilla extract Egg All-purpose flour Salt Gel food coloring

Butter 1 cup
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Vanilla extract 2 teaspoons
Egg 1
All-purpose flour 3 cups
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Gel food coloring as needed

Take note
Please note that this recipe involves using food coloring and requires some artistic skills for shaping the mermaid tails. Also, be careful when handling hot baking sheets and use oven mitts to protect your hands.

1

Mixing the dough

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 1 egg, and mix until well combined. Gradually add 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.

2

Coloring the dough

Divide the dough into equal parts, depending on how many different colors you want for your mermaid tails. Add a few drops of gel food coloring to each portion and knead until the color is evenly distributed. Feel free to get creative with different shades of blues and greens!

3

Shaping the mermaid tails

Take a small portion of each colored dough and roll it into a thin rope shape, about 6 inches long. Carefully twist the ropes together to create a marbled effect. Shape the twisted dough into a mermaid tail shape, with a curved bottom and a fin on top. Place the shaped dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

4

Baking the cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the mermaid tail cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.