What type of chocolate works best?

Both dark and milk chocolate melt well for this treat. Use your preferred taste or mix them for varied flavor.

How do I keep the chocolate shiny?

Adding a teaspoon of coconut oil while melting the chocolate adds a pleasant gloss and smooth texture.

Yes, colored sprinkles, mini sugar pearls, edible stars, or any small festive toppings work beautifully.

Piping zigzag lines of chocolate over pretzel sticks creates a simple, effective tree shape quickly.

Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for up to one week to maintain freshness.

Pretzel sticks contain gluten and milk chocolate has dairy. Check for possible nut or soy traces on chocolate packaging.

Delightful, festive chocolate treats shaped like Christmas trees—quick to make, perfect for gifting or holiday parties.

This recipe reminds me of joyful holiday baking sessions with family, where everyone helps decorate these sweet treats.

Chocolate: 200 g dark or milk chocolate, chopped
Decorations: 2 tbsp colored sprinkles 2 tbsp mini sugar pearls or edible stars 12 pretzel sticks (for tree trunks)
Optional: 1 tsp coconut oil (for glossier chocolate)

Step 1:: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:: Melt the chocolate (and coconut oil, if using) in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
Step 3:: Fill a piping bag or a small zip-top bag (snip off a tiny corner) with the melted chocolate.
Step 4:: Place pretzel sticks spaced apart on the parchment these will be the tree trunks.
Step 5:: Pipe zigzag lines of chocolate over each pretzel stick, forming a triangle shape to resemble a Christmas tree.
Step 6:: Immediately sprinkle with colored sprinkles and sugar pearls while the chocolate is still wet.
Step 7:: Let the trees set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 10 minutes until firm.
Step 8:: Carefully peel the trees off the parchment and serve or package as gifts.

This is a wonderful recipe to make with kids during the holidays they love decorating and eating their own creations.

For extra flavor add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder to the melted chocolate Pair with hot cocoa or mulled wine for a festive treat

Heatproof bowl Saucepan Piping bag or zip-top bag Baking sheet Parchment paper

Contains Gluten (pretzel sticks) Milk (if using milk chocolate) May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on chocolate brand Always check labels

These chocolate Christmas trees add a special touch to any holiday celebration and make delightful homemade gifts.

→ What type of chocolate works best?: Both dark and milk chocolate melt well for this treat. Use your preferred taste or mix them for varied flavor.
→ How do I keep the chocolate shiny?: Adding a teaspoon of coconut oil while melting the chocolate adds a pleasant gloss and smooth texture.
→ Can I use different decorations?: Yes, colored sprinkles, mini sugar pearls, edible stars, or any small festive toppings work beautifully.
→ What’s the best way to shape the trees?: Piping zigzag lines of chocolate over pretzel sticks creates a simple, effective tree shape quickly.
→ How should I store these treats?: Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for up to one week to maintain freshness.
→ Are there any allergen considerations?: Pretzel sticks contain gluten and milk chocolate has dairy. Check for possible nut or soy traces on chocolate packaging.