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Christmas Tree Cookies

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  1. Prepare the Dough:
    • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
    • In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
    • Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until the dough forms.
    • Wrap the dough in plastic and chill for at least 1 hour (it helps with shaping and rolling out the dough).
  2. Roll and Cut:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
    • Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out your tree cookies.
    • Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake:
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
    • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.

How to Decorate:

  1. Frost the Tree:
    • Use green buttercream to pipe the tree branches. You can use a star tip to make textured “leaves” or swirls to create a festive tree effect. Start from the bottom of the tree and work your way up.
  2. Add Ornaments:
    • Decorate the tree with red, yellow, or multicolored candy like M&Ms, Skittles, or gumdrops. You can also use small edible pearls or sprinkle decorations for added flair.
  3. Make the Tree Topper:
    • Pipe a small yellow star at the top of each tree or use a star-shaped candy for the topper.
  4. Add the Tree Trunk:
    • Use royal icing or brown candy to pipe a trunk at the bottom of each tree.
  5. Finishing Touches:
    • Add edible glitter or sprinkles for extra sparkle, or dust lightly with powdered sugar to give it a snowy effect!

Pro Tips:

  • Get Creative: If you want different-sized trees, simply use a variety of tree-shaped cutters or freehand some mini trees!
  • Gift-Friendly: These cookies can be beautifully packaged in boxes or cellophane bags to give as gifts. You could even decorate the bag with a little ribbon for a personal touch.

These Christmas Tree Cookies are perfect for spreading holiday cheer! Whether as a snack, a fun activity with kids, or part of a gift set, they’ll definitely be a favorite. Are you planning to decorate with a specific color scheme or mix it up with a rainbow of candies? 🎨

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