2 ways to make animal-shaped cookies for children on International Children’s Day

Mix the dough

Put 100g of unsalted butter (softened) and 60g of powdered sugar into a bowl and then beat well until the butter and sugar are combined.

Next, add another egg yolk and mix until the yolk blends with the unsalted butter and sugar, then gradually add 150g of all-purpose flour; at this point, use a flat whisk to mix until the dough is sticky and forms a ball, with an even yellow color, then stop.

After that, use plastic wrap to cover the bowl tightly and place it in the refrigerator refrigerator, and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Roll the dough and shape it

After taking the dough out of the refrigerator, place it on a flat surface and cover it with a layer of parchment paper, then use a rolling pin to roll it out evenly until the dough is about half a finger thick.

Then sprinkle the remaining 50g of all-purpose flour on top to create a dusting, using your hands to spread it evenly so that the flour absorbs into the dough.

Next, use animal-shaped cookie cutters to press into the dough to create individual cookies.

Baking the cookies

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius for 20 minutes.

After shaping the cookies, place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, then put them in the middle rack of the oven and bake at 175 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes.

Final product

The animal-shaped butter cookies, once completed, will have a lively and eye-catching shape along with a light buttery aroma. When eaten, one can feel the perfect crispiness, melting in the mouth with a delicately blended sweet and rich flavor. Guaranteed the kids will love them!

Mix the cheese mixture

Add 80gr of unsalted butter and 4 cheese balls to a bowl, then mix well until the cheese and butter are combined.

Next, add 30gr of powdered sugar, using a mixer on medium speed until the sugar is fully dissolved in the cheese mixture. At this point, add 1 egg yolk and continue mixing until the yolk is fully incorporated into the mixture.

Mixing and kneading the dough

After mixing the cheese mixture, add 150g of all-purpose flour to the bowl and use your hands to knead the dough until it forms a cohesive, uniformly colored mass that does not stick to your hands.

Next, place the kneaded dough in the refrigerator and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

Rolling the dough and shaping

After letting the dough rise, take it out, place the dough on a large cutting board or flat surface, then use a rolling pin to roll it out until it is about half a finger’s thickness.

Next, use an animal-shaped mold to gently press down to create whimsical animal shapes for each cookie.

Baking the cookies

To bake the cookies, first preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius for 20 minutes, then place the shaped cookies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and put them in the oven.

Bake the cookies at 160 degrees Celsius for 15 – 20 minutes, then take them out to cool and enjoy.

Finished Product

The animal-shaped cheese cookies, when completed, have a fragrant buttery aroma, with many cute shapes that are very distinct. When eaten, you will feel the crunchy texture combined with the rich taste of cheese and a light sweetness from the sugar.

Your child will surely love this cookie, so let’s try making it right away!