Feeling stressed about decorating the Christmas tree this year? Forget the fussy ornaments and tangled lights, it’s time to get creative! This holiday season, ditch the traditional tree decorations and make adorable, edible trees using everyone’s favorite candy, Hershey’s Kisses. No need to stress about finding the perfect bauble, or struggling with a pre-lit tree, because making your own Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees is quick, easy, and fun for all ages. Let’s learn how to make Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees together!
3 Easy Ways To Make Hershey’s Kisses Christmas Trees
The holidays are here, and it’s time to get festive – and what better way to do that than with some delicious and adorable Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees? These treats are easy to make, even for beginners, and they’re a fun activity to do with kids or friends. They also make perfect gifts for neighbors, teachers, or anyone else you want to brighten their day.
Before: Gather Your Supplies
Before you start making your Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees, you’ll need to gather a few supplies. You can probably find everything you need around your house, or you can head to the store for a quick shopping trip. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Hershey’s Kisses: These are the stars of the show, so make sure you get enough for all your trees.
- Candy Canes: These will be the trunks of your trees, so pick out your favorite colors.
- Green Frosting: This is what will hold everything together and give your trees a festive look.
- Sprinkles: Go crazy with your favorite sprinkles to decorate your trees!
- A Flat Surface: This is where you’ll be building your trees, so choose a spot that’s big enough and easy to clean up.
After: Assemble Your Trees
Now it’s time to get creative and assemble your Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees. Once you have all your supplies ready, you can start building your trees in a few different ways, so choose your method and get started!
Method 1: The Classic Cone
This method is the most straightforward and classic way to make Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees. Simply use a cone-shaped base of cardboard or styrofoam and begin attaching the kisses. Here is how to do it:
- Secure the Candy Cane: Stick the candy cane straight into the base of your cone, making sure it’s nice and sturdy. You can use a bit of hot glue or frosting to hold it in place, but a little bit of pressure should be enough.
- Attach the Kisses: Start attaching your Hershey’s Kisses to the cone, working your way up in rows. Use a small dab of green frosting to secure each Kiss to the cone.
- Make It Festive: Once all the Kisses are attached, take some sprinkles and decorate your tree. Add some glitter or edible food coloring to make it even more festive.
- Let It Set: Give your Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees a few minutes to set up fully before you enjoy them.
Method 2: The Stacking Method
This method is a lot of fun and requires no additional tools. You can make your Christmas tree by creating a stack of Hershey’s Kisses. Here’s how to make a stacking method Christmas tree:
- Create the Base: On your flat surface, start by placing a few Hershey’s Kisses in a circle to create a base for your tree.
- Stack and Secure: Place a Hershey’s Kiss on top of each Kiss in the first row, creating a second small circle, and continue stacking.
- Add the Candy Cane: Once you’ve reached the desired height of your tree, carefully insert your candy cane into the top of the stack to create the trunk.
- Sprinkle and Decorate: Now for the fun part! Use your frosting to attach some sprinkles and candy to your tree.
Method 3: The Hershey’s Kisses Tree
This method is a fun and different twist on the traditional Hershey’s Kisses Christmas tree. It uses a single large Hershey’s Kiss to create a base for a beautiful tree. Here’s how:
- Prepare the Kiss: Turn the Hershey’s Kiss upside down so that the “flat” side is facing upwards.
- Create the Trunk: Attach a candy cane to the Hershey’s Kiss with a small dab of frosting.
- Build the Tree: Use a toothpick, or a small piping bag, to gently squeeze a small amount of frosting onto the top of the Hershey’s Kiss.
- Attach the Kisses: Carefully attach a Hershey’s Kiss to the frosting, and continue adding Kisses, one by one, to create the branches of your tree. You can shape the tree by placing Kisses close together or slightly spaced apart, depending on your preference.
- Decorate: Once your tree is complete, decorate it with festive sprinkles, candies, or anything else you can think of.
Bridge: Have Fun and Be Creative
No matter which method you choose, have fun with your Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees! There are endless possibilities for decoration, so let your creativity run wild.
- Try different colors: You can use different colors of candy canes, sprinkles, and frosting to create unique and colorful trees.
- Get creative with toppings: Use candy decorations, mini marshmallows, or even edible glitter for an extra touch of holiday cheer.
- Use different sizes of Kisses: See what happens when you mix different size Kisses.
After: Share Your Creations
Once your Hershey’s Kisses Christmas trees are complete, share your creations with your loved ones! They make a great centerpiece for your holiday table, or you can give them as gifts to friends and family. Your friends and family will be amazed by your skills and creativity.
