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Easy Christmas Donut Hole Tree

A festive, no-bake donut hole Christmas tree perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, brunches, and dessert tables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 tree
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 45-60 pieces donut holes any flavor
  • 1 styrofoam cone 8-12 inches tall
  • 30-40 toothpicks
  • 0.5 cup frosting or melted chocolate for sticking donuts
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting
  • 6-8 sprigs rosemary optional decoration
  • 0.25 cup holiday sprinkles or cranberries

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Place the styrofoam cone onto a serving board or cake stand.
  2. Insert toothpicks halfway into the cone, beginning at the bottom.
  3. Press donut holes onto each toothpick, working in rows upward.
  4. Fill gaps with smaller donut holes or use frosting as glue.
  5. Decorate the tree with sprinkles, cranberries, and rosemary sprigs.
  6. Dust lightly with powdered sugar to create a snowy finish.
  7. Refrigerate until serving to help set decorations.

Notes

Assemble the donut hole tree within 6–8 hours of serving for best freshness.