Save Delightful, festive chocolate treats shaped like Christmas trees—quick to make, perfect for gifting or holiday parties.
This recipe brings the holiday spirit right to your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum fun.
Ingredients
- Chocolate: 200 g dark or milk chocolate, chopped
- Decorations: 2 tbsp colored sprinkles, 2 tbsp mini sugar pearls or edible stars, 12 pretzel sticks (for tree trunks)
- Optional: 1 tsp coconut oil (for glossier chocolate)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the chocolate (and coconut oil, if using) in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Fill a piping bag or a small zip-top bag (snip off a tiny corner) with the melted chocolate.
- Step 4:
- Place pretzel sticks spaced apart on the parchment these will be the tree trunks.
- Step 5:
- Pipe zigzag lines of chocolate over each pretzel stick, forming a triangle shape to resemble a Christmas tree.
- Step 6:
- Immediately sprinkle with colored sprinkles and sugar pearls while the chocolate is still wet.
- Step 7:
- Let the trees set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 10 minutes until firm.
- Step 8:
- Carefully peel the trees off the parchment and serve or package as gifts.
Save Making these trees together has become a cherished tradition with my family every December.
Required Tools
Heatproof bowl, saucepan, piping bag or zip-top bag, baking sheet, parchment paper
Allergen Information
Contains Gluten (pretzel sticks), Milk (if using milk chocolate). May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on chocolate brand. Always check labels.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 13 g, Protein: 2 g (per serving)
Save These chocolate trees add a sweet festive touch to any holiday celebration effortlessly.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of chocolate works best?
Dark or milk chocolate both melt smoothly and provide rich flavor; adjust decorations accordingly for contrast.
- → Can I add flavors to the chocolate?
Yes, a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder can add warmth and spice to the chocolate mixture.
- → How do I prevent the chocolate from seizing?
Gently melt chocolate over simmering water, stir continuously, and avoid letting water touch the chocolate.
- → What are good alternatives to pretzel sticks?
Thin cookie sticks or breadsticks can be used but ensure they are sturdy enough to hold the shape.
- → How should I store these treats?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated to maintain freshness for up to one week.
- → Can I customize the decorations?
Absolutely, use edible stars, colored sprinkles, or sugar pearls to personalize each chocolate tree.