Description
Discover festive Christmas Tree Cakes recipes to make your holiday season magical. Perfect for parties, gifts, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Frosting:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
- Green food coloring
- Decorations:
- Silver and red sprinkles
- Star-shaped candies for the tops
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy, then add the eggs one at a time. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and buttermilk until fully combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a lined baking sheet (9×13 works well) and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before cutting it into triangular Christmas tree shapes.
- Frosting and Decorating: Beat together the powdered sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy. Add green food coloring to achieve your desired shade of festive green. Spread the frosting evenly over each triangle, and then decorate with silver and red sprinkles. Place a star-shaped candy on top to finish your Christmas tree.
Notes
Christmas Tree Cakes are a wonderful way to add a bit of creativity and joy to your holiday festivities. They’re versatile, customizable, and cater to almost any dietary preference. By following these recipes, you can create beautiful, festive treats that will delight your family and friends, making your holiday season even more memorable. Whether you go for traditional cakes, vegan options, or the richness of red velvet, there’s something here for everyone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg