How to Decorate a Cookie Tree for Christmas

Family traditions are a big part of what makes holidays so special, especially Christmas. One beloved family tradition is a cookie tree. What is a cookie tree? Just a small tree decorated with cookies, but this small tree makes a big impact. Make a cookie tree for your family this Christmas and you’re sure to start a family tradition.

Things You'll Need

• Small tree (real or artificial)
• Small tree stand
• Sugar cookie recipe and ingredients
• Sugar cookie frosting
• Toothpicks
• String

Instructions

1. Secure the tree in a small tree stand or a container filled with small rocks.

2. Bake several sugar cookies. The most important step is to use toothpicks to bake the cookies with a hole at the top. Simply break toothpicks in half and bake the cookies with the toothpicks still inserted.

3. Decorate the sugar cookies with sugar cookie frosting. Be creative!

4. Use string to thread each cookie. Tie the string so the loop is long enough to loop over tree branches.

5. Finally, enjoy your delicious tree. Allow friends and family to help themselves as the sweet tooth moves them.

Tips & Warnings

• This can be a fun activity to enjoy with kids. They’ll love decorating the sugar cookies and seeing their art hanging from the cookie tree.