matcha christmas tree cookies
These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are a festive treat perfect for the holiday season! Shaped like charming little trees, they’re both fun to make and a delight to share. These cookies can be decorated with colorful sprinkles, icing, or left plain to highlight their classic flavor. Perfect for gifting, snacking, or serving at holiday gatherings, these tree-shaped cookies add a touch of whimsy and warmth to any celebration.
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As a newbie to the world of food, my goal is simple: to have fun with every creation. I believe that the best food is made at home with love.
matcha christmas tree cookies
ingredients:
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (80g) powdered sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
2 tsp (4g) matcha powder, adjust for taste
1-2 tsp (2-4g) cocoa powder
1/4 tsp salt
Optional Decorations:
Powdered sugar for dusting
White chocolate drizzle
Edible gold stars or sprinkles
instructions:
1. Prep the Dough:
In a large bowl, whisk/cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. (I did this by hand, took around 5-7 minutes.)
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms. (We want it to be thick enough to hold its shape while baking but soft enough to pipe.)
2. Flavor:
Portion out 2-4 tbsp (~50g) of the cookie dough into a separate bowl and sift in the cocoa powder. Mix well until a homogenous brown color is achieved. Transfer to a piping bag with a round tip.
Repeat this with the remaining dough by sifting in matcha powder, mixing, and transferring it into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
3. Pipe:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Using the matcha dough, pipe a squiggle (wider on the bottom). Use the chocolate dough to pipe a small trunk.
Dab a little water on your fingers and reshape the tips of the cookies if needed.
4. Chill
To protect our cute trees from spreading too much, pop them in the freezer for 15-25 minutes.
5. Bake:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly firm.
Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. (sneak a bite while they’re warm. source: trust me bro)
6. Decorate (Optional):
Add sprinkles before baking, or decorate with icing and chocolate once the cookies are cooled.
