Christmas Tree Cookies

Vegetarian
Christmas Tree Cookies
45 min.
60
59kcal

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these delightful Christmas Tree Cookies! Perfect for festive gatherings, these charming treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delicious addition to your dessert table. With their vibrant shapes and sweet flavors, they are sure to bring a smile to both kids and adults alike.

These cookies are easy to make and come together in just 45 minutes, making them a fantastic choice for last-minute holiday baking. The combination of almond and vanilla extracts adds a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen, creating a cozy atmosphere as you prepare for the celebrations. Plus, with 60 servings, there’s plenty to share with family and friends!

What makes these cookies even more special is their versatility. Once baked and cooled, you can unleash your creativity by decorating them with colorful icing, sprinkles, or edible glitter. Whether you choose to keep them simple or go all out with decorations, these cookies will undoubtedly become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.

So gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and dive into the joy of baking these festive Christmas Tree Cookies. They are not just a treat; they are a delightful way to create lasting memories during the most wonderful time of the year!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup butter softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar 
  • teaspoon cream of tartar 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Mix confectioners' sugar, butter or margarine, egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Stir in flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  2. Heat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Divide dough into halves. On lightly floured cloth-covered board, roll each half out to 3/16 inch thick. on lightly floured cloth-covered board.
  3. Cut into Christmas shapes.
  4. Bake on parchment lined baking sheets for 7 to 8 minutes.
  5. Let cool on wire racks and decorate as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein4.46%
Fat48.3%
Carbs47.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.08
Glycemic Load
2.88
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.94347826780184%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.22kcal
2.96%
Fat:3.19g
4.91%
Saturated Fat:1.98g
12.35%
Carbohydrates:7.02g
2.34%
Net Carbohydrates:6.88g
2.5%
Sugar:2.97g
3.3%
Cholesterol:10.86mg
3.62%
Sodium:43.81mg
1.9%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.34%
100%
Protein:0.66g
1.33%
Selenium:2.05µg
2.92%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.76%
Folate:9.99µg
2.5%
Vitamin A:98.51IU
1.97%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.83%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.81%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.55%
Iron:0.26mg
1.44%
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