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 brings joy to our holiday celebrations every year. My family loves how interactive and colorful the donut tower is and it always steals the show at parties.
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 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 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.
- Final touches:
- Optionally, dust with additional edible glitter for a sparkling effect. Serve as a show-stopping edible centerpiece.
Save This recipe always brings my family together; decorating and assembling the tower has become our favorite holiday tradition.
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
Calories 270, Total Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 45 g, Protein 3 g per serving based on 1 10th of tower
Save This donut tower is the perfect festive finale for holiday parties and a delight for all ages.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of donuts work best for the tower?
Mini plain or glazed donuts are ideal as they provide a sturdy base for decoration and stacking.
- → How do I make the icing colorful and sturdy?
Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a thick glaze, then divide and tint with food coloring for vibrant coverage that sets firmly.
- → Can I use store-bought donuts instead of homemade?
Yes, using ready-made mini donuts saves time and still allows for effective decoration and assembly.
- → What is the best way to assemble the donut tower?
Wrap a foam cone with parchment paper and attach decorated donuts from base to top with toothpicks, overlapping slightly for full coverage.
- → How can I create the ornament hooks on the donuts?
Insert mini pretzel sticks or chocolate sticks into the top of each donut to mimic ornament hooks or caps.
- → Are there any tips for maintaining freshness?
Assemble the tower on the day of serving to ensure optimal freshness and texture.