Christmas Donut Tree
Our new family tradition! This delicious donut hole tree is created easily with a craft store cone and toothpicks. Perfect for a fun holiday brunch or family gathering. Make it extra beautiful with berries and a dusting of powdered sugar snow!
Ingredients
- 1 8 to 11-inch tall styrofoam cone found at any craft store
- 80-90 donut holes
- 90 wooden toothpicks
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils and/or fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Place styrofoam cone on a stable surface. Wrap cone in a layer of plastic wrap, so that the styrofoam does not transfer onto the donuts.
- Poke a toothpick through each donut hole. Press into the sytrofoam, starting around the bottom perimeter. If needed, use a soft rubber mallet to lightly hammer each donut hole into the styrofoam.
- Continue around the bottom, placing donut holes close together, working in straight lines until you reach the top.
- Fill any empty gaps with fresh rosemary and pomegranate arils or fresh cranberries.
- Sprinkle with sifted powdered sugar, just before serving.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Size of styrofoam cone: I recommend getting the 8-inch to 11-inch tall cones for your donut tree, depending on how many people you are feeding. You will need to adjust how many donuts you need, based on the size. Get more donuts for a larger cone, less for a smaller cone. I needed so many more than I realize
For making ahead: I would recommend making this 1 day ahead of the morning you're serving. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate to keep fresh. Sprinkle with powdered sugar just before serving.