These Frosty White Meringue Christmas Trees are kissed with a touch of Peppermint and Chocolate. A Sweet Topper for Cake or Cupcakes, or a Fun Homemade Gift. Gluten- and Dairy-Free.
When you’re a little, the Christmas season is just so completely magical. The lights, the yummy treats, Santa, the decorations, the parties, and, of course, presents 😉
But I’ll never forget the first time I laid eyes on one of those fake sparkly-white Christmas trees.
Oh, my sweet Lord.
I think my six year old heart skipped a beat.
I don’t know what it is about those but they stir something up in me, even today.
I’m always on the hunt for a tempting gluten- and dairy-free homemade treat, especially at this time of year. One of the staffers at my younger son’s preschool has food sensitivities, and I always feel bad for her at Christmastime. She’s surrounded by so many fabulous treats that she simply can’t indulge in! I want to give her something she can truly enjoy, so when I saw this idea, I just knew it was destined to happen, in my kitchen.
I followed Make Bake Celebrate’s recipe almost to the letter, so I’m not including a recipe card in this post. You can hop on over to Toni’s page to view the how-to, just keeping a few things in mind:
- I used a large star tip to pipe my trees. It’s made by Wilton and it can be purchased here.
- Also, I had better luck getting my meringue to stay firm with a bit less sugar (a little less than a cup for 4 large egg whites).
- Finally, I sprinkled the trees with crushed up candy canes, for some added bling and wintry flavor, and dipped their bottoms in some melted dairy free chocolate.
I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to convince my house full of boys to let me put up a frosty-white Christmas tree all decked out in silver and pink, but when I look at these babies I get that same little thrill. They’re so wintry and snowy-looking! I love the sweet marshmallowy-crisp texture, and that little hint of peppermint and chocolate is so spot-on at this time of year. These would look darling as a cake or cupcake topper, or even just lined up on a platter at your holiday get-together.
I hope you guys are all snuggled in and warm, and having fun with your holiday baking! I know I am 😉
Allie, these are so cute! I can’t get over how fluffy, white and snowy these meringue trees look. And I love the deer! This whole post looks like a winter wonderland.
Thanks, Ashley, that was just what I was going for! 😀
These are so stinking cute! Now you have me totally excited for Christmas!
They put me in the Christmas mood, too, Chung-Ah! 🙂
These look GORGEOUSSSS Allie!!!!!!!! 🙂 Soooo festive and wintry! 🙂 That piped meringue!!!!!!! *-* My Christmas baking has suddenly stopped to a halt due to college assignments but I’m going to start soon! And this is definitely topping my list.
Thank you Samina! Good luck with your assignments 🙂
These meringues are so beautiful Allie! That’s so nice of you to think of making GF & DF treats for one of the staffer’s from your son’s preschool – she will love these! I think my heart just skipped a beat over these too, I love the snowy wintry-effect you created with these chocolate/peppermint goodies. Pinned and hope you have a great week!
Thanks, Kelly! I always struggle so much with teacher gifts, and when there are dietary restrictions it makes it even more challenging! I hope she likes these… Thanks so much for sharing with your Pinterest followers 😉
These are super cute! Perfect way to top a Christmas dessert. Pinning right now!
Thanks so much David! I think these would be so cute on top of a cake. I might have to make it happen! I’m so glad you liked the post, and thank you so much for sharing on Pinterest! 😉
what a cute idea. these look adorable!
Isn’t it such a cute idea? I can say that because I didn’t think of it myself 😉 Thanks so much for the sweet comment, Dina!
These look SO pretty and festive and light and delicious, mmm!
Thanks, Kayle! All the snow put me in the Christmas spirit! 😀 😀 😀
These are so cute!!
Thanks Erin! I kinda think so too! 😉
So so gorgeous my dear!! It is winter wonderland and my favorite holiday flavor. I love peppermint and I am now fixated on making a cake just to use these as cake toppers.
I know, right? How cute would that be? xoxo
Wonderful idea, Allie! Love your composition and props in the photos. So festive!
Thank you so much, Bee! I had lots of fun styling this one 😉
I made my first Pavlova this weekend. These are so sweet, I’ll definitely try them:) your photography is beautiful!
Thank you so much, June! I’ve really fallen in love with photography and food styling since starting this blog. Thanks so much for reading and for the sweet comment!
I am pretty much in love with these beautiful little trees. Great photos and super yummy treats!
Thank you so much, Pamela! They were lots of fun to make and I love how light and airy they are. Thanks for reading and for the sweet comment!
Oh My – Allie, you make the most beautiful desserts ever, how do you do it?? These are so darling that I don’t think I’d be able to eat them… too pretty for that!
And it’s so nice of yourself that you made these for that girl, I’m sure she really enjoyed them ;–)
Thank you, Consuelo, you are too kind! Thanks so much for the sweet comment. Hope you’re having a fun week!
Oh. My. Gosh. What an AWESOME spin! You blew my little trees away girl. LOVE these!
Not possible! You are the master, I bow at your feet… Love your idea and your excellent tutorial. It’s just brilliant! Thanks for inspiring me, and I’m glad I could do ya proud. Thanks for stopping by, Toni!
I have not made meringues before, but you have inspired me to do so! One question…at what point do you add the star and crushed peppermint on top? Thanks, they are truly beautiful!
Hi Stephanie! I pretty much followed Make Bake Celebrate’s tutorial to the letter, with just a few exceptions which were listed in the head notes. So, the sprinkles went on before they were baked. Definitely check out Toni’s page for all the details! Thanks so much and have a great weekend!
These are so cute!! I love how you created the trees out of the meringue, what a great idea! You are so creative!
Thanks but I owe it all to Toni at Make Bake Celebrate. I totally ganked her idea, lol! I had a lot of fun with it though. I’m so happy you liked! Thanks, Maria, for taking the time to let me know it. <3
So fancy! Chocolate and peppermint is the best combination ever, can’t wait to try these. Love your pictures as always and that deer! Too cute!
Best. Combination. Ever. I cannot get enough of it! I’m so happy you enjoyed the post, Krista! Thank you so much for reading and for the sweet comment. I hope you had a fun weekend! <3
My spouse and I stumbled over here by a different page and thought I should check things out.
I like what I see so now i am following you.
Look forward to exploring your web page again.
Hi there! I’m so happy you stumbled over! Thank you for following. I look forward to being bloggy friends! 😀
Stopped me in my pinterest tracks, Miss Allie. These are stunning. I will definitely try these. Thank you for sharing–Good Apple.
😀 😀 😀
Miss Allie, when do you add the little star and the crushed peppermint to the meringues?
Hi Melissa! I added the decorations just before putting the meringues into the oven. Good luck and thanks for reading!
Dear Allie,
What size wilton star tip do you use exactly? How large are these lovely peppermint meringue christmas trees? Quarter, half dollar or larger?
Hi Mary! The tip I use is 1M. Wilton, large open star. The meringues are probably about half-dollar size on the bottom, tapering up to the top. Thanks so much for reading and for the great questions. Hope that helps! 🙂
Did you sprinkle with the candy cane after baking in the oven?
Actually I did it before. The oven temp is so low it barely melts it, but if you wait until after the meringues will be so dry nothing will stick. Thanks and good luck!
I love these! I am going to make them this weekend 🙂 Where do you buy the red star for the top? So far I’ve tried Walmart and Michaels with no luck. (I’m in California, Sac area)
Thank you so much!
Hey Jeana! I don’t know if they’re still available (this post was from last year) but I got them at Michael’s. They were in one of those sprinkle jars with like a bunch of different kinds/colors? Like the seasonal kind. Good luck and thank you for reading!
I can not find the recipe. I don’t know the oven temp or what the brown is in the bottom?
Hey Cecelia! There’s a link to the recipe within the post. I also mention that the bottoms are dipped in melted chocolate. If you go back and read through again I’m sure you’ll see it. Thanks so much!
Very cute. Did you add the crushed candy canes before or after baking?
Hi Jennifer! I sprinkled them on before baking. That way they stick better. Thanks for the great question!