Velvet White Espresso–Glazed Chocolate Christmas Tree Cookies
with Dark Drizzle and Gold Sparkle 🎄☕🍫**
Rich cocoa, smooth espresso glaze, and a touch of edible gold—these cookies are holiday elegance in every bite!
📝 Ingredients
For the Cookies:
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk (as needed for softness)
For the White Espresso Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons brewed espresso (or strong coffee)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream for extra silkiness
For Decoration:
½ cup melted dark chocolate (for drizzling)
Edible gold dust or gold sprinkles
Optional: White sanding sugar for shimmer
🍪 Instructions
- Make the Cookie Dough
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; beat again.
- Add the dry ingredients in batches, mixing until combined.
- If the dough feels dry, add 1–2 tablespoons milk to bring it together.
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it, and chill for 1 hour.
- Shape & Bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll the chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut out Christmas tree shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place cookies on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until set at the edges.
- Cool completely before glazing.
- Make the Espresso Glaze
- Whisk powdered sugar, espresso, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add heavy cream if you want a creamier finish.
- Dip each cookie surface or drizzle glaze on top.
- Let set for 10–15 minutes.
- Decorate with Elegance
- Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the glazed cookies.
- Dust lightly with edible gold for a luxurious holiday sparkle.
- Allow everything to set before serving.
🎄✨ Serve & Enjoy
These cookies look stunning on a holiday platter and taste like a cross between hot chocolate and a latte—perfect for gifting, snacking, or pairing with espresso.