Stained-Glass Christmas Tree Cookies

Dairy Free
Stained-Glass Christmas Tree Cookies
180 min.
36
114kcal

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Get ready to add a splash of color and a touch of whimsy to your holiday celebrations with these delightful Stained-Glass Christmas Tree Cookies! Perfect for both kids and adults, these cookies are not only visually stunning but also dairy-free, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions. Imagine a beautiful array of vibrant colors shining through the cookie, reminiscent of stained glass windows, bringing a festive spirit to your dessert table.

These cookies are a fun and interactive baking project that the whole family can enjoy. From crushing the colorful hard candies to cutting out the tree shapes, every step is filled with excitement and creativity. The sweet aroma of vanilla and lemon wafting through your kitchen will surely get everyone in the holiday mood. Plus, with a total preparation time of just 180 minutes, you can whip up a batch to share with friends, family, or even as a thoughtful gift.

With each bite, you'll experience a delightful crunch from the cookie and a sweet burst of flavor from the melted candies. These Stained-Glass Christmas Tree Cookies are not just a treat for the taste buds; they are a feast for the eyes, making them the perfect addition to your holiday festivities. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let the holiday baking begin!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup plus light
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon lemon extract 
  • 15  m&m candies hard rectangular (ring-shaped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • cookie cutter
  • ziploc bags
  • spatula
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Place each color candy in separate resealable freezer plastic bag; seal bag. With rolling pin, coarsely crush candy; set aside.
  3. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in corn syrup, vanilla and lemon extract. On low speed, gradually beat in flour, baking powder and salt.
  4. Divide dough in half. On floured cloth-covered work surface, roll each half to 1/4-inch thickness.
  5. Cut dough with 3-inch Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter.
  6. Cut out and remove several smaller dough shapes from each cookie.
  7. Place tree shapes 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. If desired, reroll small cutouts with remaining dough. Fill each hole in tree shapes with about 1/2 teaspoon crushed candy.
  8. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown and candy is melted.
  9. Place cookie sheets on cooling racks; cool cookies 8 minutes. With back of metal pancake turner, gently lift warm cookies from foil; place on cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes, before storing in loosely covered containers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories114kcal
Protein4.01%
Fat41.47%
Carbs54.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.11
Glycemic Load
9.05
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.7860869532856%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:113.69kcal
5.68%
Fat:5.3g
8.15%
Saturated Fat:1.13g
7.06%
Carbohydrates:15.67g
5.22%
Net Carbohydrates:15.38g
5.59%
Sugar:7.65g
8.5%
Cholesterol:0.06mg
0.02%
Sodium:104.08mg
4.53%
Alcohol:0.08g
100%
Alcohol %:0.37%
100%
Protein:1.15g
2.31%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.68%
Selenium:3.59µg
5.12%
Folate:19.13µg
4.78%
Vitamin A:226.48IU
4.53%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.59%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.22%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.09%
Iron:0.5mg
2.78%
Phosphorus:14.54mg
1.45%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.34%
Fiber:0.29g
1.17%