Every Christmas cookie tray requires a showpiece, and Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies are exactly that. These soft, buttery, and beautifully decorated cookies take over Pinterest boards every December. Their adorable shapes and colorful icing make them ideal for holiday baking sessions with family and friends.Every Christmas cookie tray needs a showstopper, and Christmas tree sugar cookies are just that. Soft, buttery, and beautifully decorated, these cookies dominate Pinterest boards every December. Their adorable shapes and bright icing make them the perfect recipe for holiday baking sessions with family and friends.

The basic recipe is straightforward: a soft sugar cookie that retains its shape while baking. The magic happens when you decorate them with green icing, sprinkles, and tiny edible stars that bring the Christmas tree theme to life. You can even stack miniature cookies to create 3D tree towers!

Instructions for Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies :

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).

2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and vanilla.

3. Mix in dry ingredients until dough forms.

4. Roll out and cut into tree shapes.

5. Bake 8–10 minutes, cool completely, and decorate.

Tips:

• Use royal icing for sharp details.
• Add gold pearls or stars for sparkle.
• Store in tins to keep them crisp.

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