Holiday Trees

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Holiday Trees
45 min.
3
202kcal

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Get ready to bring some festive cheer to your holiday gatherings with our delightful Holiday Trees! These whimsical treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also cater to various dietary needs, making them perfect for a variety of guests. With gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP options, everyone can enjoy the sweet magic of the season without worry.

Imagine a charming tabletop adorned with these edible masterpieces, each tree crafted from sugar ice-cream cones and decorated with coarsely crushed candy canes. The royal icing adds a touch of elegance and provides the perfect adhesive for all those colorful candies. With a little creativity, you can stack the cones to create delightful layered trees, making them as unique as your holiday spirit!

Not only are they fun to make, but the process of decorating these trees can also turn into a delightful activity for the entire family. Gather the kids, get your ziploc bags ready, and let your imagination run wild with different designs and candy combinations. Whether you’re sticking with the classic red and green theme or adding some sparkly glitter, these Holiday Trees are sure to become a cherished tradition.

In just 45 minutes, you can create this festive side dish that will have everyone reaching for more. Let the holiday fun begin as you whip up these ingenious creations and make lasting memories while sweetening your celebrations!

Ingredients

  • inch candy canes green crushed
  • inch candy canes white red crushed
  • 24 inch sugar ice-cream cones 
  • servings royal icing 

Equipment

  • ziploc bags
  • kitchen scissors

Directions

  1. Spoon icing into a zip-top plastic bag; seal. Snip a 1/4-inch hole in 1 corner of bag. Pipe 2 rows of points around 1 cone, beginning at large end and working upward, to resemble a tree.
  2. Sprinkle with candy and, if desired, glitter. Repeat procedure until cone is decorated. Invert 2 cones; stack, securing with icing. Repeat decorating procedure. Invert remaining 3 cones, and stack, securing with icing; repeat decorating procedure. Insert larger candy pieces into trees, if desired.
  3. Let stand 8 hours. Store in a cool, dry place up to 1 month.
  4. NOTE: For fuller trees, double icing recipe, and repeat piping procedure.
  5. Cut marshmallows from 1 (16 ounce) package in half with powdered sugar-coated scissors; cut each half into 4 pieces.
  6. Spread cones with 1 (16 ounce) container ready-to-spread cream cheese frosting. Press marshmallow pieces in rows around cones according to directions, adding frosting as necessary. Insert candy into icing between marshmallows; lightly rub additional icing on marshmallow leaves.
  7. Sprinkle with candy and glitter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories202kcal
Protein3.29%
Fat26.68%
Carbs70.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.33
Glycemic Load
8.18
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.5469565261965%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.77kcal
10.09%
Fat:5.94g
9.14%
Saturated Fat:1.08g
6.75%
Carbohydrates:35.06g
11.69%
Net Carbohydrates:34.46g
12.53%
Sugar:18.89g
20.99%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:103.54mg
4.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.65g
3.29%
Folate:37.39µg
9.35%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.21%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.81%
Vitamin B3:0.96mg
4.81%
Iron:0.78mg
4.31%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.91%
Vitamin K:4.01µg
3.82%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.57%
Phosphorus:24.75mg
2.48%
Fiber:0.61g
2.44%
Copper:0.04mg
2.07%
Selenium:1µg
1.43%
Magnesium:5.56mg
1.39%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.13%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes