Ice Cream Cone Christmas Tree
Ice Cream Cone Christmas Trees are a fun, no-bake edible holiday craft perfect for kids and families. Made with sugar cones, green frosting, and colorful decorations, these festive treats double as creative desserts and holiday gifts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 decorated cones
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Craft
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 sugar ice cream cones
- 1 cup green frosting (store-bought or homemade buttercream)
- 1/4 cup assorted sprinkles
- 6 sugar cookies (optional, for base)
- 1/2 cup mini candies (M&Ms, Skittles, etc., optional for inside filling)
- 6 star-shaped candies or fondant stars (for tree toppers)
- Piping bag with star tip or spatula (for frosting application)
Instructions
- Place a sugar cookie on a flat surface and position an ice cream cone upside down on top to act as the tree base.
- (Optional) Fill the inside of the cone with mini candies for a fun surprise when eaten.
- Using a piping bag or spatula, cover the entire cone with green frosting to mimic pine tree branches.
- Decorate the frosted cone with assorted sprinkles, candy ornaments, or edible pearls to resemble a Christmas tree.
- Place a star-shaped candy or fondant piece at the top of each cone as a tree topper.
- Allow the frosting to set at room temperature before serving or packaging.
Notes
- Let frosting set for 1 hour before covering or storing.
- Avoid refrigeration to keep the cones crisp.
- Perfect for a DIY decorating party station.
- Can be made 1–2 days in advance and stored at room temperature.
- Use parchment paper or disposable tablecloths for easier cleanup when decorating with kids.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cone
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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