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Christmas Tree-Shaped Sugar Cookies

Delightful and festive sugar cookies shaped like Christmas trees, perfect for decorating and sharing during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookie, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Foundation of the cookies for a tender crumb.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent for perfect rising.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Enhances fluffiness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and overall flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Key for rich, creamy cookies.
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Adds sweetness and crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Fragrant essence.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Nutty flavor profile.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds moisture.
For Decorating
  • green none icing for decorating Recreates the look of festive evergreens.
  • colorful none sprinkles or edible glitter Adds sparkle and whimsy.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and egg until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  7. Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Decorating
  1. Once cool, decorate with green icing and sprinkle with festive toppings.

Notes

Ensure your butter is properly softened and do not overmix the dough. Let cookies cool completely before decorating to prevent icing from melting.