Save A whimsical and festive dessert centerpiece featuring stacked mini donuts decorated to resemble colorful Christmas ornaments Perfect for holiday gatherings this edible tower combines sweet flavors with eye-catching holiday cheer
This recipe reminds me of how every holiday season feels brighter and sweeter when shared with loved ones around a unique dessert like this donut tower
Ingredients
- Donuts: 36 mini plain or glazed donuts (store-bought or homemade)
- Decorations: 2 cups powdered sugar, 3–4 tbsp milk, Food coloring (red, green, blue, gold, silver, as desired), Sprinkles edible glitter or colored sugar, Assorted candies (e.g. mini M&Ms silver dragees), Mini pretzel sticks or chocolate sticks (for ornament hooks)
- Assembly: 1 large foam or cardboard cone (about 12–14 inches tall) food-safe or wrapped in parchment, Toothpicks
Instructions
- Prepare the icing:
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar with milk adding milk gradually until a thick but pourable glaze forms Divide into small bowls and tint each with desired food coloring
- Decorate the donuts:
- Dip or drizzle each mini donut with colored icing While wet decorate with sprinkles edible glitter and candies to mimic Christmas ornaments Allow to set for 10–15 minutes
- Assemble the tower:
- Wrap the cone in food-safe wrap or parchment paper Starting from the base attach decorated donuts to the cone using toothpicks working upwards and overlapping slightly to cover the cone completely
- Add ornament hooks:
- After all donuts are attached insert mini pretzel or chocolate sticks into the top of each donut to resemble ornament hooks or caps
- Finishing touches:
- Optionally dust with additional edible glitter for a sparkling effect Serve as a show-stopping edible centerpiece
Save This was a joyful family project as we decorated each donut together creating memories as vibrant as the edible ornaments
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Spoons, Parchment paper, Toothpicks, Large foam or cardboard cone, Small spatula or spoon (for icing)
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, may contain soy and nuts (check donut and candy labels) Always double-check labels if concerned about allergies
Nutritional Information
Per serving (based on 1/10th of tower): Calories 270, Total Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 45 g, Protein 3 g
Save This donut stack Christmas ornament tower is sure to be the star of your holiday table Enjoy the process as much as the delicious result
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of donuts are best for this tower?
Mini plain or glazed donuts work well, either store-bought for convenience or homemade for freshness and flavor.
- → How do you secure the donuts to the cone?
Use toothpicks to attach each donut to the foam or cardboard cone, starting from the base and layering upwards for stability.
- → Can I customize the colors of the decoration?
Yes, the icing can be tinted with various food colorings like red, green, blue, gold, and silver to match your holiday theme.
- → What are the ornament hooks made of?
Mini pretzel sticks or chocolate sticks are inserted at the top of each donut to resemble hooks or caps, enhancing the ornament appearance.
- → How long does it take to assemble the tower?
Assembly typically takes around 30 minutes, including decorating each mini donut and arranging them on the cone.