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A Christmas tree cookie standing up against a glass of milk with two straws in it.
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Christmas Tree Cookies

Festive Christmas tree cookies packed with chocolate and walnuts are perfect for holiday baking, tree decorating, or milk dunking. They feature simple ingredients, easy steps and big flavor in every bite.
Prep Time35 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Inactive time3 hours 5 minutes
Total Time3 hours 52 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas tree cookies, cookie christmas tree ornaments
Servings: 20 cookies
Author: Gina Matsoukas

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped chocolate
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the sugar until creamy and smooth.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined.
  • In the same bowl, add flour and salt. Mix just until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated with the wet ingredients, being careful not to over mix.
  • Fold in the chopped chocolate and walnuts. You can use a food processor or a knife to chop them to your preferred size. Mix until evenly distributed.
  • Shape the dough into a rectangle, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the dough from the fridge and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies.
  • Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a straw or similar tool to make a small hole at the top of each cookie (to thread a string through later for hanging).
  • Place the cookies in the freezer or fridge for 5 minutes to help them keep their shape during baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove from the oven, and while the cookies are still warm, gently enlarge the hole with a straw if needed, as they will harden as they cool.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely. Thread a string through the hole, tie a knot, and they're ready to hang! Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1SERVING | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 154IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg