Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks

Dairy Free
Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks
90 min.
24
166kcal

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these delightful Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks! Perfect for festive gatherings, these eye-catching treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously sweet addition to your dessert table. Made with a convenient dairy-free sugar cookie mix, these cookies are easy to whip up and can be enjoyed by everyone, including those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine a whimsical stack of cookies shaped like Christmas trees, each layer adorned with creamy frosting and colorful holiday sprinkles. The combination of textures and flavors will have your guests reaching for seconds! With a total preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can create a stunning centerpiece that will impress family and friends without spending all day in the kitchen.

These cookie stacks are not only fun to make but also provide a wonderful opportunity for family bonding. Gather the kids and let them help with the decorating—it's a great way to create lasting memories while indulging in some holiday spirit. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or simply looking to add a festive touch to your dessert lineup, these Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks are sure to be a hit. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and let the holiday baking begin!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • serving eggs for on cookie mix pouch for drop cookies
  • 16 oz vanilla frosting (from 1-lb container)
  • serving sprinkles 
  • serving powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Make drop cookie dough as directed on pouch. Shape 3 (1/4-cup) balls (2 inches in diameter) from dough. Shape 3 more balls using 3 level tablespoons dough (1 7/8 inches in diameter) for each ball.
  2. Place all 6 balls on ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light brown. Cool 3 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack.
  4. Meanwhile, shape 3 balls using 2 tablespoons dough (1 3/4 inches in diameter) for each ball. Shape 3 balls using rounded tablespoon dough (1 1/2 inches in diameter) for each ball.
  5. Place all 6 balls on ungreased cookie sheet.
  6. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are light brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack.
  7. Continue with remaining dough to make 3 balls of each of the following diameters: 1 1/4 inches, 1 inch, 3/4 inch and 1/2 inch.
  8. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  9. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until edges are light brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool all cookies completely, about 30 minutes.
  10. Each tree will be a stack of 8 different size cookies. To assemble 3 trees, stack cookies on serving platter, starting with largest size cookie on bottom, and stacking each smaller size cookie on top, spreading frosting between each layer before stacking.
  11. Heat remaining frosting in microwavable bowl uncovered on High 10 to 15 seconds or until frosting can be stirred smooth.
  12. Drizzle over trees, and garnish with sprinkles.
  13. Sprinkle powdered sugar on platter to look like snow.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein2.34%
Fat23.8%
Carbs73.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.79
Glycemic Load
5.52
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
0.70173911871793%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:165.9kcal
8.29%
Fat:4.37g
6.73%
Saturated Fat:0.64g
3.99%
Carbohydrates:30.54g
10.18%
Net Carbohydrates:30.54g
11.11%
Sugar:22.23g
24.7%
Cholesterol:6.82mg
2.27%
Sodium:96.44mg
4.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.97g
1.94%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.27%
Vitamin K:2.46µg
2.35%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.06%
Folate:5.68µg
1.42%