Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies. Soft, buttery, and adorned with vibrant icing and sprinkles, they are perfect for family gatherings or holiday parties. The aroma of vanilla and butter wafting from your kitchen will bring warmth and joy to your home, making these cookies a sweet centerpiece for celebrating the season.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (for icing)
- Holiday-themed sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually sift in flour and baking powder, mixing gently until just combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness; cut into tree shapes.
- Place cutouts on lined baking sheets, leaving space between them. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating with icing and sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg