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Whimsical Almond Christmas Tree Cookies
Almond Christmas Tree Cookies 🎄🍪
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 72 cookies
Description:
These Almond Christmas Tree Cookies are a cherished family recipe passed down from my mom. I’ve made a few tweaks to the ingredients to make them even more delightful. They are incredibly light, with a texture that practically melts in your mouth. Perfect for festive gatherings or as a sweet treat during the holiday season!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup shortening
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Green food coloring (a few drops)
- Candies or colored sugar for decorating
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). |
| 2 | In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside for later. |
| 3 | In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the margarine, butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy. |
| 4 | Beat in the egg and almond extract until well combined. |
| 5 | Gradually blend in the flour mixture until a smooth dough forms. |
| 6 | Add a few drops of green food coloring to the dough and mix well until evenly tinted. |
| 7 | Prepare your cookie press by filling it with the dough and using the tree-shaped plate. |
| 8 | Press the dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, forming tree-shaped cookies. |
| 9 | Decorate each cookie with candies or colored sugar to your liking. |
| 10 | Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. |
| 11 | Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. |
| 12 | Enjoy your beautifully festive Almond Christmas Tree Cookies with friends and family! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 47.4
- Fat: 2.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 2.9mg
- Sodium: 17.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.1g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 2.1g
- Protein: 0.5g
These delightful cookies are perfect for sharing and are sure to become a new holiday favorite in your household. Enjoy the magic of Christmas with every delicious bite of these Almond Christmas Tree Cookies! 🎅🏼🎄🍪
