Cookie Christmas Tree Recipe

Name: Cookie Christmas Tree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup slivered almonds; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 Land O Lakes All-Natural Egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 3 cups powdered sugar; 1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 to 2 tablespoons milk; Decorator sugars, silver dragees, sprinkles, if desired

Servings: persons

3/4 cup slivered almonds
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 Land O Lakes All-Natural Egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
Decorator sugars, silver dragees, sprinkles, if desired

1
Place almonds into food processor bowl fitted with metal blade.
2
Cover; process until finely ground.
3
Combine almonds, flour and salt in bowl; set aside.
4
Combine 1 cup butter and sugar in bowl; beat until light and fluffy.
5
Add egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla, lemon zest and almond extract.
6
Continue beating, scraping bowl occasionally, until well mixed.
7
Add flour mixture; beat at low speed until well mixed.
8
Divide dough in half.
9
Shape each half into ball; flatten slightly.
10
Wrap each in plastic food wrap, refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm.
11
Heat oven to 350F.
12
Roll out dough, one-half at a time, on lightly floured surface (keeping remaining dough refrigerated) to 1/4 inch thickness.
13
Cut out 3 each of 6 graduated sizes of star-shaped cookie cutters (18 cookies total).
14
Bake similar sizes of cookies together on ungreased cookie sheet 8-12 minutes or until edges are just beginning to brown.
15
Cool 1 minute on cookie sheet; remove to cooling rack.
16
Cool completely.
17
Combine powdered sugar and 1/3 cup butter in bowl; beat at low speed until well mixed.
18
Add 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla and enough milk for desired frosting consistency.

1499

kcal

Calories

Fat

187

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup slivered almonds, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Cookie Christmas Tree 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!

Cookie Christmas Tree

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