Tree Cookies
Delightful tree-shaped cookies perfect for decorating and holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for decorating)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Edible decorations (like sprinkles, candies, and edible glitter)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and baking powder, mixing to form a soft dough.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thick and cut into tree shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until just lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.
Notes
Chill the dough for easier handling and consider using royal icing for sturdier decorations.