Express Chocolate Christmas Trees (Print)

Fast chocolate treats shaped like Christmas trees, ideal for holiday gatherings and gifting.

# Ingredients:

→ Chocolate

01 - 7 oz dark or milk chocolate, chopped

→ Decorations

02 - 2 tbsp colored sprinkles
03 - 2 tbsp mini sugar pearls or edible stars
04 - 12 pretzel sticks

→ Optional

05 - 1 tsp coconut oil for glossier chocolate

# Instructions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Place chocolate and optional coconut oil in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring continuously until smooth.
03 - Transfer the melted chocolate into a piping bag or small zip-top bag and cut a small corner for piping.
04 - Place pretzel sticks spaced evenly on the prepared parchment as tree trunks.
05 - Pipe zigzag lines of chocolate over each pretzel to form a triangular Christmas tree shape.
06 - Sprinkle colored sprinkles and sugar pearls immediately while chocolate is wet to decorate.
07 - Allow trees to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 10 minutes until firm.
08 - Carefully remove the trees from parchment and serve or package for gifting.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Quick to make
  • Perfect for gifting or holiday parties
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder to the melted chocolate.
  • Use white chocolate and green food coloring for green trees.
03 -
  • Ensure chocolate is melted smoothly without burning by stirring constantly.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal of trees.
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