Lemon Shortbread Trees Recipe

Name: Lemon Shortbread Trees
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 22 pretzel sticks; 2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 10 teaspoons water; 4 teaspoons meringue powder; Red and green paste food coloring; Assorted sprinkles

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
22 pretzel sticks
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
10 teaspoons water
4 teaspoons meringue powder
Red and green paste food coloring
Assorted sprinkles

1
In a large bowl, cream the butter, confectioners' sugar and cornstarch until light and fluffy. Beat in lemon zest and juice. Gradually add flour and mix well.
2
Divide dough into two portions; shape each into two 6-in. logs. Flatten top and push in sides at an angle to form a 2x2x1-1/2-in.-triangle. Wrap and chill until firm, for 4 hours.
3
Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
4
. Break pretzel sticks in half; press into short side of each cookie for tree trunk. Bake at 350u00b0 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.
5
In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, water and meringue powder; beat on low speed just until combined. Beat on high for 4-5 minutes or until stiff peaks form. Remove 1 cup and tint red. Tint remaining icing green. (Keep unused icing covered at all times with a damp cloth.)
6
Frost and decorate cookies as desired. Let dry at room temperature for several hours or until firm. Store in an airtight container.

980

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Lemon Shortbread Trees 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.

Lemon Shortbread Trees

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