Striped Christmas tree cookies

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Create Holiday Magic with Striped Christmas tree cookies

Bring the festive spirit of the holidays right to your kitchen with these Striped Christmas tree cookies. These stunning treats are as fun to make as they are to eat.

The cookie dough is divided into sections to create beautiful candy cane stripes in red and white, and the center is adorned with a tiny green Christmas tree for that extra holiday touch.

Perfect for cookie swaps, gifting, or just spreading some seasonal cheer, these cookies are bound to be a hit with family and friends.

Their vibrant colors and intricate design make them a standout on any holiday table, and they’re guaranteed to impress. Plus, the classic buttery sugar cookie taste is a nostalgic favorite that will bring back memories of Christmases past.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Red and green gel food coloring

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
   • In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
2. Divide and Color the Dough:
   • Divide the dough into three equal parts. Leave one part plain for the white dough.
   • Add red food coloring to the second part and green food coloring to the third part. Knead the dough until the colors are evenly distributed.
   • Wrap each dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
3. Form the Striped Dough:
   • Roll out the white and red dough separately to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut each into long, even strips.
   • Alternately layer the red and white strips together to create a candy cane stripe effect. Gently press them together to seal.
   • Roll this layered dough slightly to smooth the stripes and even the surface.
4. Create the Cutouts:
   • Using a round cookie cutter, cut circles from the striped dough. Then, use a smaller Christmas tree shaped cutter to cut out the center of each striped cookie.
   • Roll out the green dough and use a mini Christmas tree cutter to cut small trees.
   • Place a green Christmas tree cutout in the center of each round striped cookie, filling the space.
5. Bake the Cookies:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • Place the cookies on the prepared sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
   • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.

Striped Christmas tree cookies are a festive and fun way to celebrate the holidays! These delightful cookies start with white and red striped dough, carefully rolled out to create a beautiful candy cane effect.

In the center of each cookie, a small circle is cut out, and then a tiny Christmas tree made from green dough is placed right in the middle, creating a cheerful holiday design.

Once baked, these cookies boast a stunning contrast of colors and shapes that will look as festive on your cookie tray as they do on the Christmas tree! Perfect for gifting or sharing with loved ones.