These adorable Chocolate Christmas Trees are a delightful treat to enjoy during the holiday season. Made with rich, decadent chocolate and decorated with colorful candies, these trees are perfect for both kids and adults. The recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients. Whether it's for a Christmas party or a family gathering, these sweet treats will bring a touch of joy to your celebration. Get creative with the decorations and enjoy the festive spirit!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil
- Assorted colorful candy decorations
- 12 ice cream cones
Directions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil together, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Dip each ice cream cone into the melted chocolate, ensuring that the cone is fully coated. Use a spoon to help coat the cone if needed.
- Place the chocolate-coated cones on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Once the chocolate has hardened, use a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a small hole to pipe a little chocolate onto the bottom of each cone, acting as a glue to attach the decorations.
- Let your creativity shine! Use the colorful candies to decorate the trees, creating a festive and vibrant look. You can make them resemble Christmas trees by adding tiny candy ornaments and a star on top.
- Refrigerate the decorated cones for another 10 minutes to set the decorations.
- Serve the Chocolate Christmas Trees at room temperature or cold for a delicious treat during the holiday season.
Interesting Facts
The tradition of Christmas trees dates back to 16th century Germany.
Ice cream cones make the perfect edible cones for these chocolate Christmas trees.
You can experiment with different types of chocolate and candy decorations to create unique flavor combinations and looks.