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Set the oven to 175°C and allow it to reach the temperature.
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In a mixing bowl, thoroughly cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and light.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until fully combined.
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Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a consistent dough forms.
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Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to an even thickness.
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Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut the dough into shapes.
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Place the cut cookies evenly on an ungreased baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges just begin to turn golden.
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Allow the cookies to cool completely before applying green icing and colorful sprinkles for decoration.