Christmas Tree Cookies Recipe

Name: Christmas Tree Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup unsalted butter; 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 2 eggs; 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; frosting ingredients; 1/2 cup butter; 3 cups sifted powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; water; tinted cake decorating gel; holiday candy sprinkles; colored sugar sprinkle, etc

Servings: persons

3/4 cup unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 eggs
3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
frosting ingredients
1/2 cup butter
3 cups sifted powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
water
tinted cake decorating gel
holiday candy sprinkles
colored sugar sprinkle, etc

1
Cream butter, add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
2
Add vanilla and lemon juice.
3
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Sift flour, baking powder and salt and add to creamed mixture and mix well.
5
Chill, then roll dough to about 1/8 inch or thicker.
6
Cut into various sized Christmas trees.
7
Squeeze bottom of trunk a little so it will fit into jelly wreaths when baked.
8
Bake in preheated hot oven at 425 degrees F for 5 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool. Cover with frosting; decorate.
9
For Frosting:
10
Heat and boil the 1/2 cup butter in heavy saucepan until lightly browned; do not burn.
11
Stir in 3 cups powdered sugar and vanilla.
12
Add water a few drops at a time until frosting is of spreading consistency.
13
Frost cookies, then decorate with cake decorator using colored icing of your choice and top off with sprinkles, bits of candied cherries, etc.
14
To stand, set each in ring of bought jellied candies.

1529

kcal

Calories

Fat

229

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Christmas Tree Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Tree Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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