Description
These delightful Dutch-inspired butter cookies are shaped like Christmas trees and perfect for holiday baking. Tender, buttery, and decorated with festive icing.
Ingredients
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- For the cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Green food coloring
- Sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on floured surface. Cut into tree shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
- For icing: Mix powdered sugar, milk, almond extract, and food coloring until smooth.
- Spread icing on cookies and add sprinkles. Let set.
Notes
For best results, chill dough before cutting. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g