Sugar Cookie Tree Stacks with Cream Cheese Frosting
Bring a touch of whimsy to your holiday celebrations with Sugar Cookie Tree Stacks with Cream Cheese Frosting. These delightful treats are not only visually appealing but also incredibly tasty, making them perfect for family gatherings, cookie swaps, or cozy baking nights. With simple ingredients and easy steps, they’re a fun project for all ages. Kids will love decorating their own cookie trees, adding personal flair to each creation. Whether you’re looking for a festive dessert or a unique centerpiece, these stacked cookies are sure to impress everyone at your table!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookie stacks 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and extracts; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until a dough forms. Divide and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough and cut into star shapes. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden; cool.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
- Assemble by stacking cookies with frosting in between each layer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie stack (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg