These Pastel Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies bring a dreamy “Pinkmas” twist to holiday baking, replacing classic red-and-green with soft bubblegum pink and minty aqua. The no-spread sugar cookie base ensures every branch and edge stays sharp, making it perfect for detailed decorating. Royal icing creates a smooth pastel canvas, while piped garlands, sugared stars, and tiny ornaments add dimension and charm. Once fully dried, these whimsical trees look stunning on modern holiday platters and make beautiful edible gifts.
No-Spread Sugar Dough
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract (optional)
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Royal Icing & Decor
- 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp meringue powder
- 5–6 tbsp warm water (adjust for consistency)
- Gel colors: pastel pink and aqua (mint/teal)
- White sanding sugar (for the star)
- Pastel nonpareils (sprinkles)
