How to Make Easy Christmas Tree Cookies with Candied Fruit Mix: it’s the perfect time to get your hands in the dough and create sweets that make the holiday atmosphere magical. Delicious, colorful, and easy to make. We love them because they bring all the warmth and joy of Christmas to the table.
These cookies are not only delicious, but they are also beautiful to look at, with their vibrant colors reminiscent of Christmas decorations. Perfect for gifting or enjoying with a cup of hot chocolate, these little trees will be the stars of your holiday table.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economic
- Rest time: 30 Days
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Cooking time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 20
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Epiphany, Carnival
- Energy 94.31 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 15.18 (g) of which sugars 6.46 (g)
- Proteins 1.41 (g)
- Fat 3.43 (g) of which saturated 2.17 (g)of which unsaturated 1.18 (g)
- Fibers 0.31 (g)
- Sodium 22.59 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 25 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
To make the Christmas Tree Cookies with Candied Fruit Mix you need a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. The addition of the candied fruit mix gives a colorful and festive touch, perfect for the holiday atmosphere. Here’s the complete list to get started right away!
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 5.5 tbsps butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 6.5 tbsps sugar
- 1.75 oz candied fruit
- 1 tsp vanilla essence (or lemon, orange)
Steps
Making these delicious Christmas Tree Cookies with Candied Fruit Mix is easier than you think! With a few steps and a bit of creativity, you can bring beautiful and delicious cookies to your table. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a recipe that will win over both children and adults.
Prepare the base dough:
In a large bowl, mix the flour with the salt. Add the butter in pieces and work with your hands until you get a sandy mixture.
Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla essence. Mix everything until you form a homogeneous dough.
Add the candied fruit mix:
Incorporate the candied fruit mix into the dough and mix well to distribute it evenly.
Form the cookies:
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 0.2 inches.
Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies.
Bake the cookies:
Place the trees on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 355°F for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
Let them cool completely before serving.
What are you waiting for? Run to the kitchen and make these delicious Christmas Trees! Share them with your loved ones or pack them in elegant gift bags for a truly special homemade gift.
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Storage: Store the cookies in a tin box or airtight container for 7-10 days.
Notes: For an extra touch, you can decorate the trees with royal icing or powdered sugar.
Serving: Perfect with a cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate, or as an edible decoration for the Christmas table.
Christmas Tree Cookies with Candied Fruit Mix
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I replace the candied fruit mix with other ingredients?
Yes, you can replace it with chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or citrus zest for a personalized variation.
Can I prepare the dough in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dough up to 24 hours in advance and store it wrapped in cling film in the refrigerator. Before using it, let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
How do I prevent the cookies from deforming during baking?
To maintain the shape of the trees, it’s important to chill the cut-out cookies in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before baking.
I don’t have a tree-shaped cutter, what can I use?
If you don’t have a cutter, you can cut out the trees with a knife using a paper template or create other holiday shapes like stars or hearts.
Can I make the recipe lighter?
Sure! You can substitute part of the butter with Greek yogurt or use less refined sugar, like cane sugar.
What alternative can I use to butter?
If you want a lactose-free option, you can replace the butter with vegetable margarine or solid coconut oil.
Is it possible to freeze the cookies?
Yes, you can freeze the baked and cooled cookies in an airtight container for 2-3 months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving.
Can I use different flours for this recipe?
You can replace up to 50% of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat or spelt flour for a more rustic taste, but the dough might be slightly less crumbly.
Can these cookies be made without eggs?
Yes, you can replace the egg with 50 g of applesauce or a mixture of flaxseed and water (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons of water).
