Description

Bring the holiday spirit to life with these delightful Christmas Tree Cookies. With their vibrant colors and festive shapes, they are perfect for any holiday gathering. Each cookie features a soft, chewy texture infused with hints of vanilla and almond, beautifully decorated with icing that glistens like freshly fallen snow. Bake a batch and create magical memories with family and friends this holiday season!

Ingredients

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2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp almond extract
2 cups powdered sugar (for decoration)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until fully combined to form a dough.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on prepared baking sheets, pressing down gently into tree shapes.
Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool before decorating with icing made from powdered sugar mixed with water or milk.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Chill your dough for easier handling if it feels sticky. Use food coloring in your icing for added festive flair. Experiment with various cookie cutter shapes for more fun.