20+ Christmas Tree Cake Cookies Recipe Unleash Your Inner Chef!

Ingredients You'll Need:

For the cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the frosting:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• green food coloring

For decoration:

• Assorted sprinkles and candies

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add in 1 egg and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Using a Christmas tree cookie cutter, cut out the dough and place the cookies on a lined baking sheet.
7. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. While the cookies are cooling, make the frosting by beating 1/2 cup of softened butter, 2 cups of powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
9. Add in a few drops of green food coloring to achieve a festive green color.
10. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread the frosting on top of each cookie.
11. Decorate with assorted sprinkles and candies to resemble a Christmas tree.
12. Let the frosting set before serving and enjoy your delicious Christmas tree cake cookies!

These Christmas tree cake cookies are not only adorable and festive, but they also taste delicious. The vanilla cookie base is soft and buttery, while the creamy green frosting adds the perfect touch of sweetness. The best part? These cookies are easy to make and can be decorated in so many different ways to fit your holiday theme. So, gather your loved ones and make these festive cookies a new holiday tradition.