19+ Chocolate Christmas Tree Decorations Recipe Experience Flavor Like Never Before!
Published on: Mar 10, 2024
The holiday season is all about spreading cheer and joy, and what better way to do that than with delicious Christmas treats? While traditional Christmas decorations are beautiful, why not add a unique touch to your holiday festivities with homemade chocolate Christmas tree decorations? These edible decorations not only add a festive flair to your tree, but they also make for a fun and interactive activity for the whole family. Let's get started with this easy and impressive chocolate Christmas tree decorations recipe.
This classic recipe starts with a basic brownie mix and adds a twist by cutting them into triangle shapes and decorating them with green frosting and colorful sprinkles to resemble Christmas trees. It's a fun and easy way to get the kids involved in the kitchen and perfect for last-minute holiday baking.
If you're looking for a smaller version of the Christmas tree brownies, try making them into cupcakes! Simply bake your favorite cupcake recipe in green cupcake liners, frost them with green frosting, and top with a brownie triangle. You can even add a mini candy cane as a tree trunk for an extra festive touch.
Take your Christmas tree brownies to the next level by making them into edible piñatas. Fill the brownie triangles with your favorite holiday candy before frosting and decorating them. Your guests will love the surprise inside when they take a bite.
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Christmas Tree Edible Piñata
Main Ingredients: Waffle Cones, Chocolate Morsels, Chocolate Sprinkles
If you want to add some holiday flavors to your Christmas tree brownies, try this recipe that incorporates festive ingredients like cranberries and pistachios. The red and green colors also make it a perfect dessert for a holiday party or potluck.
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Christmas Tree Holiday Brownies
Main Ingredients: Plain Yogurt, Sugar, Vanilla, Eggs, All Purpose Flour
For a different take on Christmas tree brownies, try making them into cookies instead. Dip the top of the cookies in melted chocolate and decorate with green frosting and sprinkles to create the Christmas tree look.
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Christmas Tree Chocolate Dipped Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Granulated Sugar, Egg, Vanilla Extract, All
Oreo lovers will rejoice with this recipe that combines OREO cookies and meringue to create a unique and tasty Christmas tree treat. The crushed OREO cookies add a festive touch and the meringue gives the cookies a light and airy texture.
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OREO Meringue Christmas Tree Cookies
Main Ingredients: Large Egg Whites, White Vinegar, Sugar, Extract, Green
If you're not a fan of brownies, try this recipe that transforms a simple vanilla cake into a festive Christmas tree. You can use a bundt cake or a regular round cake and decorate it with green frosting and colorful candies to create the tree shape.
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Easy Christmas Tree Cake Decorating Idea
Main Ingredients: Cake, Chocolate, Large Eggs, Water, Oil, Frosting, M M
If you want to impress your guests with a unique and eye-catching dessert, try making this pull-apart cupcake cake in the shape of a Christmas tree. It's made with individual cupcakes placed together to create the tree shape and decorated with green frosting and colorful candies.
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Christmas Tree Pull Apart Cupcake Cake
Main Ingredients: Vanilla Cupcakes, Unsalted Butter, Powdered Sugar
For a minty twist on Christmas tree brownies, try this recipe that adds mint extract and chopped mint chocolate to the brownie mix. The marshmallows on top also add a gooey and delicious element to the cookies.
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Mint Chocolate Marshmallow Christmas Tree Cookies
Main Ingredients: Egg, Sugar, Cake Flour, Salt, Almond Extract, Vegetable
If you're looking for a lighter and more elegant version of Christmas tree brownies, try making these chocolate mousse cups. They only require four ingredients and are perfect for a holiday dinner party or a fancy dessert spread.
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Chocolate Christmas Tree Mousse Cups (4 ingredients)
Main Ingredients: Pudding, Almond Milk, Heavy Cream, Chocolate, Sprinkles
Add some winter wonderland vibes to your Christmas tree brownies by topping them with white chocolate "snow." You can also use white frosting or powdered sugar to create the snowy effect.
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Christmas Tree Cookies with White-Chocolate Snow
Main Ingredients: Flour, Cream Of Tartar, Cocoa Powder, Sugar, Salt
If you or your guests have dietary restrictions, try this gluten-free recipe that layers chocolate and mint cake to create a beautiful Christmas tree cake. The mint frosting gives the cake a refreshing and festive flavor.
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Layered Chocolate Mint Christmas Tree Cake (gluten...
Main Ingredients: Gluten Free Flour Blend, Almond Meal, Cocoa Powder
Add some crunch and texture to your Christmas tree brownies by incorporating toffee and pecans into the recipe. The toffee adds a rich and buttery flavor while the pecans provide a nutty and crunchy element.
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Toffee Pecan Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Light Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar, Country Crock
If you don't want to turn on the oven, try this no-bake recipe that uses store-bought cookies and frosting to create the Christmas tree shape. It's a great option for a quick and easy holiday dessert.
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No-Bake Christmas Tree Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Icing Sugar, Milk, Shredded Coconut, Vanilla
This creative take on Christmas tree brownies involves using a flower pot as the base and decorating it with brownies, frosting, and candy to create a Christmas tree "growing" out of the pot. It's a fun and unique way to present your dessert at a holiday party.
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Christmas Tree In a Pot
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Icing Sugar, Egg, Plain Flour, Baking
This addictively delicious treat is a holiday favorite for many. It's made with crackers, caramel, chocolate, and topped with festive sprinkles to resemble a Christmas tree. It's perfect for a sweet and salty combination and can also be packaged as a homemade holiday gift.
If you want to try a different type of Christmas tree dessert, try making this Italian pandoro cake in the shape of a Christmas tree. It's a light and fluffy cake that is usually served during the holidays in Italy.
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Pandoro Christmas Tree Cake (Italian Christmas Cake)
Main Ingredients: Cake, Mascarpone, Vin Santo, Powdered Sugar
If you're in a pinch and need a last-minute Christmas treat, try making this easy and customizable candy recipe. You can add different toppings and colors to make it look like a Christmas tree and package it as a homemade gift.
If you want to switch things up from the traditional Christmas tree shape, try making these festive wreath cookies. You can use green frosting and red candies to create the wreath look and add a bow made from fruit leather or licorice.
For a fun and portable version of Christmas tree brownies, try making them into pops. You can cut the brownies into small triangles and put them on a stick before decorating with frosting and sprinkles.
Preparing the Chocolate
Ingredients:
8 ounces of high-quality dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces
8 ounces of high-quality white chocolate, chopped into small pieces
Assorted food coloring
To begin, melt the dark chocolate in a heat-proof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Make sure the bowl does not touch the water. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. In another heat-proof bowl, melt the white chocolate in the same way. Once both chocolates are melted, add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl to create different colors.
Making the Decorations
Supplies:
Christmas tree-shaped silicone molds
Piping bags or plastic bags
Small spatula or toothpicks
Using a piping bag or a plastic bag with the tip cut off, fill the molds with the melted chocolate. You can also use a small spatula to spread the chocolate evenly in the molds. Once filled, tap the molds lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles and to even out the chocolate. Use a toothpick to create swirls or patterns in the chocolate. Place the molds in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes to set.
Assembling the Decorations
Once the chocolate has set, remove the molds from the refrigerator. Gently pop the chocolate decorations out of the molds and lay them on a flat surface. Use the remaining melted chocolate to stick two matching pieces together to create a 3D effect. You can also use a toothpick to add details or drizzle different colored chocolate on top for a festive touch. Let the assembled decorations set in the refrigerator for another 10-15 minutes.
Decorating the Tree
Once the chocolate decorations are completely set, it's time to decorate the tree! Simply hang the decorations on the tree using ribbon or string, and watch as they add a touch of sweetness and creativity to your holiday decor. You can even add them to gift baskets or use them as place settings for your Christmas dinner.
In conclusion, this chocolate Christmas tree decorations recipe is an easy and fun way to add a personal touch to your holiday celebrations. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create beautiful and delicious decorations that are sure to impress your family and friends. So go ahead and get creative with your chocolate decorations this Christmas!