Description
Delightful Christmas Tree Cookies are the perfect festive treat for any holiday gathering. With their vibrant colors and sweet, buttery flavor, these cookies not only capture the essence of Christmas but also promise a fun decorating experience for family and friends. Create beautiful edible trees that will bring joy and nostalgia, making memories that last long after the last crumb is gone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Food coloring (gel)
- Sprinkles or edible glitter (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Divide dough if using multiple colors and add food coloring until desired shades are reached.
- Roll dough into small balls and flatten slightly to resemble Christmas trees on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg