Are you looking to add a little extra magic to your gingerbread house this holiday season? Look no further than these adorable and delicious trees! Made entirely from edible ingredients, they’re the perfect finishing touch for any gingerbread house or winter wonderland scene. Plus, they’re easy enough for even novice bakers to create.
Ingredients
- Green candy melts
- Pretzel sticks
- Sprinkles or small candies for decorating
Instructions
- Melt the green candy melts according to the package instructions.
- Break a pretzel stick in half and dip one end into the melted candy.
- Place the pretzel stick onto a sheet of wax paper in a triangular shape to form the tree. Repeat with more pretzel sticks to create additional trees.
- Before the candy hardens, decorate the trees with sprinkles or small candies to resemble ornaments.
- Allow the trees to fully harden and then carefully peel them off of the wax paper.
- Place the trees on top of your gingerbread house or use them to create a winter wonderland scene.
Nutritional Information
Unfortunately, we don’t have any nutritional information for this festive treat. But hey, it’s the holidays – indulge a little!
Cooking Time
These trees can be assembled in just a few minutes, but be sure to allow time for the candy to fully harden before removing them from the wax paper.
Equipment
- Microwave-safe bowl for melting the candy
- Spoon for stirring the melted candy
- Sheet of wax paper for forming the trees
Serving Suggestions
These trees are the perfect addition to any gingerbread house or winter wonderland scene. You can also serve them on their own as a festive and fun treat.
Variations
Get creative with your decorating! Try using different colored candy melts or decorating the trees with different types of sprinkles or candies.
Substitutions
If you don’t have pretzel sticks on hand, you can try using toothpicks or small dowels instead. Just be sure to remove them before eating!
Storage
You can store these trees in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.
Tips
- Be sure to fully harden the candy before removing the trees from the wax paper.
- If the melted candy starts to harden while you’re forming the trees, simply microwave it for a few seconds to re-melt it.
- Get creative with your decorating! You can use any type of sprinkle or candy to make these trees truly unique.
Notes
These trees are a fun and easy way to add some extra holiday cheer to your gingerbread house or winter wonderland scene. Just be sure to supervise young children when working with melted candy to avoid any accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of candy melt?
Yes, feel free to experiment with different colors and flavors of candy melts to make your trees truly unique.
Can I use something other than pretzel sticks?
Yes, toothpicks or small dowels can work as well. Just be sure to remove them before eating!
Can I make these trees ahead of time?
Yes, you can store these trees in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.
These trees for gingerbread houses are a fun and festive way to add some extra holiday cheer to your baking. They’re easy to make and can be customized in countless ways to suit your preferences. Plus, they’re entirely edible – what’s not to love? So gather your ingredients and get ready to add some extra magic to your gingerbread house this holiday season!