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 cute shapes and bright icing make them the perfect recipe for holiday baking sessions with family and friends.
The base recipe is simple: a soft sugar cookie that holds its shape while baking. The magic happens when you decorate them — green icing, sprinkles, and tiny edible stars bring the Christmas tree theme to life. You can even stack mini cookies to make 3D tree towers!
Pinterest users love sharing photos of these cookies because they look festive, cozy, and homemade — not factory-perfect. They make great gifts, are fun to bake with kids, and are a guaranteed hit for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients:
- 2¾ cups flour
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Green icing & sprinkles for decorating
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and vanilla.
- Mix in dry ingredients until dough forms.
- Roll out and cut into tree shapes.
- 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.