Pin This 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 has become a holiday favorite in our family, delighting both kids and adults with its colorful presentation and delicious mini donuts.
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 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.
- Final touches:
- Optionally, dust with additional edible glitter for a sparkling effect. Serve as a show-stopping edible centerpiece.
Pin This We love gathering around the table to build this tower together each year, creating joyful memories and a delicious centerpiece everyone can share.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with hot chocolate or mulled cider for a festive treat that complements the sweet donuts perfectly.
Storage Tips
Store leftover donuts separately to maintain freshness or reassemble closer to serving time to keep decorations intact.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, and may contain soy and nuts. Always double-check labels if concerned about allergies.
Pin This This donut tower brings festive joy and sweet delight in every bite—perfect for your holiday celebrations.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of donuts work best for the tower?
Mini plain or glazed donuts provide the best base, whether store-bought for convenience or homemade for freshness.
- → How do you create the colored glaze?
Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a thick glaze, then divide and tint each portion with food coloring to achieve festive hues.
- → How are the donuts attached to the cone?
Donuts are secured to a foam or cardboard cone using toothpicks, starting from the base and working upwards for full coverage.
- → Can the tower be assembled ahead of time?
It's best assembled the day of serving to maintain freshness and texture of the donuts and decorations.
- → What decorations enhance the festive look?
Sprinkles, edible glitter, colored sugars, candies, and tiny pretzel or chocolate sticks add sparkle and mimic ornament hooks.
- → Are there any flavor variations suggested?
Adding vanilla or almond extract to the glaze can deepen the flavor and complement the sweetness.